ITEC Personal Trainer & Gym Instructor

If you are passionate about a career in the fitness industry then look no further, we will be launching a range of Internationally accredited fitness programmes in 2011 which can be studied part time

Entry requirements

None. No prior experience or knowledge required for enrolment

programmes content will include:
Gym instruction theory and practical

Anatomy & Physiology for fitness instructors (includes level 2 and level 3)

Professional conduct for fitness instructors

Personal trainer theory and practical

Delivering personal training sessions

Programming personal training with clients

Anatomy & Physiology for excercise and health

Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme

Know how to support clients who take part in excercise and physical activity

Principles of excercise, fitness and health

Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment

Many career opportunities
Fitness and health has been one of the biggest growth industries in Ireland over the past 10 years, creating a multitude of career opportunities for qualified Personal Trainers and Gym instructors including:

Freelance fitness instructor
Employment in the leisure/fitness industry
Employment in local sports/fitness clubs
Employment on cruise ships
Personal trainer
Starting a small business in the sports/fitness industry

You will learn how to:
Develop a variety of fitness programmes for individuals, clubs or teams
Understand the effects and benefits of exercise on the human body and muscular system
Understand and demonstrate the benefits and effects of a variety of gym and fitness equipment
Understand the fundamentals of human movement and structure
Understand the fitness and exercise demands of a variety of sports
Develop exercise and fitness programmes for a multitude of sports and physical activities
Develop exercise programmes to assist sports persons in recovering from injury
Understand the nutritional needs of sports and fitness people

Exams

Theory and Practical

Dates &  Fees
Starts: Day course Thursday 28th April 2011

Time: 10am to 4:30pm

or Starts: Friday 29th April 2011 - This is a weekend course that runs on Friday evening 7pm to 10 pm and Saturday 10am to 4:30pm

Fees: €2,600- €500 Booking deposit - €700 on day of registration - €700 on or before 31st May and balance on or before 30th June 2011.
For more information or to reserve your place please contact 01-4089769 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Opportunities

Examples of the opportunities for Personal Trainers and Gym Instructors

The growth in health and fitness in Ireland over the past 10 years has spawned a multitude of employment and small business opportunities for qualified instructors.  Sports clubs, local fitness groups etc

What are the health and fitness trends in Ireland?
Participation rates in the major sports in Ireland continues to grow
People are looking for a more personalised service for their health and fitness needs
The recent economic climate has resulted in a “return to basics” and a focus on their quality of life
The use of the internet has increased awareness of the benefits of physical activity

Gyms and Leisure Centres
Although there has been a lot of publicity in the post year about a down turn and closures in the gym industry, it is no worse of different than most other sectors affected by the downturn.  However it ahs also become evident that those with a focus on customer needs continue to survive and strive.  A good example of these are the Ben Dunne fitness centres and the acquisition of the Jackie Skelly chain by an English fitness company and so employers in this industry are still seeking and employing fitness instructors, particularly those with:
Enthusiasm
Commitment
Rapport building skills
Good communication skills and a wiliness to work as part of a team

And of course there are many personal benefits to be gained such as:

Learning about your own body and the benefits of exercise
Learning how to deviser your own exercise routines
How to maximise the use of fitness equipment
Delivering the many feel good benefits that exercise can bring
Expanding your skill base and career opportunities
Passionate about fitness
Passionate about helping others achieve their fitness goals
Passionate about developing a career in a growth industry
Creating many career opportunities for yourself