Level 2 Award in Instructing Weight Training

Our Level 2 Instructing Weight Training will equip sports, health and fitness professionals, and individuals with the tools and skills to instruct weight training to the highest standards. Using the core techniques taught as part of the course, you will be able to instruct weight training sessions that can be used to improve strength, core stability, coordination and balance. Our exclusive courses cover the official BWL Technical Models to ensure you instruct weight training both safely and effectively.

Description

Who is the course for?

  • Entry level course

  • Those new to instructing who want to learn more about the key lifts

  • How to safely and effectively instruct in a fitness/training environment

  • Programming weight training for up to 6 weeks in a fitness/training environment

What does the course cover? 

  • How to instruct the following lifts:

  1. Front squat
  2. Back squat
  3. Deadlift
  4. Romanian deadlift
  5. Lunge
  6. Shoulder press
  7. Bench press
  8. Clean & Jerk
  9. Snatch
  10. Bent over row

  • Evaluating sessions for effectiveness 

  • How to plan linked and progressive sessions for 6 weeks

Instructing Outcomes:

  • To be able to instruct weight training effectively and safely

  • Creating a 6-week programme for a client to follow, designed for a agreed goal 

What does it qualify me to do? 

  • Instruct clients to lift safely in a fitness/training environment 

Prerequisites

  • Be at least 16 years of age

  • Have a minimum of one year experience in participation in weight lifting activities

  • Be able to communicate effectively in English (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing).