Career qualifications
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching
Start your gym instructing journey. Learn to plan, deliver and supervise safe, effective exercise programmes.
Personal Training Courses in Norwich, Norfolk
Start your fitness career with our Level 2 gym instructor and Level 3 personal training (PT) courses in Norwich, Norfolk. Flexible online study and practical workshops at our Norwich gym suit learners across Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Study at your own pace, with personal tutor support and small workshop groups matched to your progress.
New to the industry?Explore our combined Level 2 + 3 Personal Training packages.
Compare packages ↓Already Level 2 qualified?Take the next step with our Level 3 Personal Training course.
View Level 3 courses ↓Develop your skillsExplore gym instruction, group training and specialist qualifications.
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Compare packages ↓Already Level 2 qualified?Take the next step with our Level 3 Personal Training course.
View Level 3 courses ↓Develop your skillsExplore gym instruction, group training and specialist qualifications.
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Become a Personal Trainer: Level 2 + 3
Choose the support package that suits you.
Qualify at your own pace. Some learners have completed the combined course in just 3 months while studying part time, with up to 12 months available to finish.
Monthly payments · 0% interest
Pay in full
Distance
Level 2+3 Diploma In Gym Instructing & Personal Training
£1200
- E-Learning Platform
- 12 Months Access
- Free Exam Retake
- Use Of Our Gym
- *Mandatory Attendance Of Four Workshops
Essential
Level 2+3 Diploma In Gym Instructing & Personal Training
£1500
- E-Learning Platform
- 12 Months Access
- Free Exam Retake
- Use Of Our Gym
- 10 Support Sessions
- 10 Workshops
Extra
Level 2+3 Diploma In Gym Instructing & Personal Training
£1800
- E-Learning Platform
- 12 Months Access
- Free Exam Retake
- Use Of Our Gym
- 20 Support Sessions
- 20 Workshops
- Mentorship
Compare your Level 2 + 3 package
| Included | Distance | Essential | Extra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total course fee | £1,200 | £1,500 | £1,800 |
| Over 12 monthly payments | £100/month | £125/month | £150/month |
| Time allowed to complete | Up to 12 months | Up to 12 months | Up to 12 months |
| Workshops | 4 mandatory | 10 | 20 |
| Support sessions | — | 10 | 20 |
| Mentorship | — | — | Included |
0% interest on all monthly payment plans. Spread your course fee into monthly instalments with no interest added. The examples above use 12 payments; shorter plans have higher instalments. Select a payment plan to view its schedule before enrolling.
Study at your own pace, with workshops matched to your progress
Enrol throughout the year and study at your own pace. You have up to 12 months to complete the combined Level 2 + 3 qualification, but you do not need to take the full 12 months. Some of our learners have completed the course in just 3 months while studying part time. Your completion time depends on the time you can dedicate to study, required practical attendance and successfully completing all assessments.
How much time should I set aside?
For part-time study on our Level 2 and Level 3 courses, we recommend a regular study routine. For example, you could set aside around 45 minutes to an hour each weekday evening, or an afternoon at the weekend. Choose a regular routine that fits around your commitments and study at your own pace.
Small groups matched to your progress. At each workshop, we allocate learners to small groups based on where they are in the course. You’ll work on the topics and practical skills relevant to your current stage, with guidance from our tutors.
Learn online, practise at our Norwich gym and choose the workshop and support allowance that suits your needs. For individual Level 2, Level 3 and specialist courses, explore the options below.
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PT courses for learners across Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire
Our practical workshops take place at NHF Gym, The Union Building, 51–59 Rose Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1BY. Learners from Suffolk and Cambridgeshire can combine online study with travel to Norwich for the in-person sessions required by their package. Request a course advice callback to discuss attendance before enrolling.
Gym Instructor & Personal Training Courses
Choose your qualification, then compare Distance and Blended study within each course.
Career qualifications
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
For learners with existing gym instructing knowledge and skills who want to progress into personal training.
Specialist & Short Courses
Expand your coaching skills or develop a specialist area. Check the course guide for entry requirements before enrolling.
Specialist qualification
Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
Develop the skills to plan and lead safe, effective group exercise sessions.
£640 total course fee · Online
Specialist qualification
Level 2 award in instructing studio Cycling
For fitness instructors looking to plan and deliver confident, effective studio cycling classes.
£180 total course fee
Monthly payments · 0% interest
Specialist qualification
Level 2 award in instructing kettlebells
Add kettlebell coaching to your skills and learn to plan safe, effective sessions.
£180 total course fee
Monthly payments · 0% interest
Specialist qualification
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness
Build your understanding of mental health, common conditions and how to support conversations.
£250 total course fee · Online
Monthly payments · 0% interest
Specialist qualification
Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients
Develop your knowledge of adapting physical activity for antenatal and postnatal clients within your scope of practice.
£350 total course fee · Online
Monthly payments · 0% interest
Specialist qualification
Level 3 Online Diploma In Supporting Clients With Long-Term Conditions
Support clients living with long-term conditions through behaviour change, lifestyle advice and appropriate exercise.
£750 total course fee · Online
Level 4: Strength & Conditioning
Develop your skills in performance coaching and programme design.
Advanced qualification
Level 4 Certificate in Strength & Conditioning
Plan, deliver and review periodised strength and conditioning programmes to support athletic performance.
£1250 total course fee · In person
Level 2 & Specialist Short Courses
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching (Distance)
Online Course: £595
*Mandatory Attendance Of Minimum Two Workshops
This qualification aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, deliver, and supervise safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching (in Person & Online)
Online & In-Person Course: £750
This qualification aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, deliver, and supervise safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.
In the blended package, you also have access to five workshop sessions and five 1-1 support sessions.
Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
Online Course: £640
The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be able to plan,
deliver, and supervise safe and effective group training sessions.
Level 2 award in instructing studio Cycling
Course: £180
The aim of this qualification is to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to a professionally competent level to plan and deliver safe and effective group cycling sessions.
Level 2 award in instructing kettlebells
Course: £180
The aim of this qualification is to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to a professionally competent level. This course will enable learners to plan and deliver safe and effective kettlebell training sessions.
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness
Online Course: £250
The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with an understanding and awareness of mental health, common mental health disorders and issues, help reduce stigma and discrimination, and encourage people to talk about mental health. Furthermore, the qualification should provide learners with the ability to offer mental health first aid.
Level 3: Personal Training & Specialist Qualifications
Level 3 Diploma In Personal Training (Distance)
Online Course: £695
*Mandatory Attendance Of Minimum Two Workshops
This qualification will further develop learners, who have existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction, to enable them to pursue a career in personal training.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (online & In Person)
Online & In Person Course: £850
This qualification will further develop learners, who have existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction, to enable them to pursue a career in personal training.
In the blended package, you also have access to five workshop sessions and five 1-1 support sessions.
Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients
Online Course: £350
The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to work with antenatal and postnatal clients in a physical activity setting specific to their individual occupational competency. This qualification includes the essential knowledge and skills that are needed to meet the requirements of the physical activity sector’s minimum standards for deployment. This qualification supports physical activity practitioners to work within their scope of competence with antenatal and postnatal individuals and groups:
Level 3 Online Diploma In Supporting Clients With Long-Term Conditions
Online Course: £750
Updated GP Exercise Referral Course
The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to be able to support clients living with a range of one or more long-term conditions(s), by encouraging them to lead healthier, more active lives to better manage their symptoms through effective behaviour-change techniques, lifestyle advice and safe and effective exercise prescription.
Level 4: Strength & Conditioning
Level 4 Certificate in Strength & Conditioning
In-person Course: £1250
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, prepare, deliver, and review strength and conditioning programmes that will help athletes to achieve their performance goals. During the qualification learners will cover the following:
- The role of a strength and conditioning coach as part of an athlete’s support team.
- Methods of carrying out performance-related needs: analysis, measurements, and assessments.
- Strategies to analyse and evaluate assessment findings in order to be able to develop and agree short-, medium- and long-term performance goals.
- Planning, delivering, and evaluating periodised, performance-related strength and conditioning programmes.
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