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Working with Children in Gyms and Group Exercise

Build the skills, confidence and credibility to deliver safe, engaging fitness experiences for children and young people aged 5–18.

Employee ProgressionProvide opportunities for staff progression
Client RetentionRetain clients and members
Revenue OpportunitiesIncrease revenue opportunities through new classes
Expand Your OfferingGrow or launch a group exercise offering

Course Overview

The Working with Children in Gyms and Group Exercise course equips qualified fitness professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to work safely, confidently and effectively with children and young people aged 5–18. Designed to meet CIMSPA endorsement requirements, this three-part online course covers child development, safeguarding responsibilities and evidence-based session delivery, enabling instructors to create fun, inclusive and developmentally appropriate fitness experiences across gyms, group exercise and community settings.

Learn More About This Course

As youth fitness continues to grow across the industry, fitness professionals must be equipped with specialist knowledge to meet the unique needs of children and young people. This course explores how physical, emotional, social and cognitive development impacts exercise participation, motivation and behaviour at different ages. You’ll gain a clear understanding of your legal and professional responsibilities, alongside practical tools to design engaging sessions that promote safety, enjoyment and lifelong positive attitudes towards physical activity.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course, learners will have the knowledge and confidence to safely deliver fitness sessions for children and young people, apply safeguarding and legal responsibilities, and design age-appropriate programmes that align with industry standards while keeping sessions fun, inclusive and engaging.

Is this course right for your business ?

Entry requirements and learning format

We want to ensure you select the course that best fits your team’s needs. This section outlines the entry requirements for this specific course, details the learning format, and provides any additional information necessary for making an informed decision.

Entry RequirementsLevel 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing. Entrants must be 16+
Learning FormatBlended learning
Assessment DetailsPortfolio and Practical assessment
Qualifications AchievedCertificate in 'Working with Children in Gyms and Group Exercise'

Industry-Leading Training for Aspiring Children’s Physical Activity Instructors

This course is delivered through three parts of online learning, allowing learners to study at their own pace. Each part takes approximately two hours, combining engaging content with knowledge checks to reinforce learning. There are no formal assessments, making it an accessible and flexible CPD option for busy fitness professionals.

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Why we are the Perfect Fit

We stand out above the rest

Our course is a cut above the rest, and we take pride in constantly evolving to maintain our position as an industry-leading training provider in fitness and wellness

There are countless reasons why we stand out:

Industry-Leading ExpertiseWith over 30 years of experience, Future Fit for Business delivers high-quality, evidence-based training designed to meet the evolving needs of the fitness and wellness industries.
Flexible Learning Solutions Utilising our flexible online training options, allowing your team to learn at their own pace and on their schedule, ensuring minimal disruption to their daily responsibilities.
Tailored Training for Your WorkforceCourses are designed to align with your business goals, providing your employees with practical, job-specific skills that enhance their expertise and performance.
Recognised & Accredited QualificationsEquip your staff with industry-recognised certifications that enhance their professional credibility and contribute to the success of your business.

Our FIT Principles

Leading the industry with innovative training solutions, tailored to accelerate organisational growth. 

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    Fearless

    Leading the industry with innovative training solutions, tailored to accelerate organisational growth. 

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    Impactful

    We’re focussed on our mission to continually raise the bar. We enable our clients to build their business, upskill their workforce and make a difference in their communities. 

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    Trusted

    Uncompromising quality is central to our approach. We deliver exceptional training that generates tangible impact for our clients and partners, while advancing our position as trusted industry leaders.  

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