Career Change Accelerator
ready to take the leap and jump into a new career...
Don’t underestimate the power of time served working in any professional capacity and what that means for you as you transition into a role within the Health, Fitness & Wellness space.Â
Success in this industry is more than a qualification, that is the foundation, but more than that it is work ethic, professionalism, people skills, communication, attention to detail, a thirst for knowledge and continued development, that makes you stand out from the crowd.
- Active IQ & CIMSPA regulated
- Fast-tracked combined route
- Built for career changers
- UK & UAE cohorts
- Free CoverMe app access
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Never train alone
Tutor contact guaranteed within 24 hours, every time.
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Mentoring included
FitIQ Education mentoring from coaches who've lived the journey you are undertaking, not just taught the theory.
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Flexible payment
Payment terms available at checkout to suit your needs.
what's included
from diploma to business to client base and endless opportunities
A qualification alone doesn’t pay the bills. Here’s everything stacked around your diploma so you can go self-employed or successfully obtain a position with an organisation once you’re certified.
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Foundation Qualification
From the Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching OR the Combined Active IQ Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Personal Training, we support you to make the right choice based on your desired career destination and if you don’t know what that looks like yet, we will support you to map it out, based on opportunities, skills and needs within the current market.
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Business Start-Up Toolkit
Pricing your sessions, contracts, insurance basics and marketing essentials — the practical side of going self-employed that a qualification alone doesn’t cover.
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Mentoring
Scheduled one-to-one check-ins with mentors who have worked in various areas of the industry, bringing real life experience and learning, not just teaching the syllabus.
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CV & Portfolio Prep
We support you to gather your newly acquired skills and combine them with your lived experience and professional insights, to ensure you get the interview and don’t fall at the first hurdle.
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Alumni Community
A private graduate group for referrals, peer support and questions — for as long as you need it.
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CoverMe App Access
Free access to CoverMe, the fitness industry’s staffing app — build a professional profile, upload your certificates, and pick up cover shifts and job alerts with clubs like Virgin Active and Nuffield Health while you build your own client base.
The regulated qualification
there is no right path, we help you map out the route that will work best for you.
Level 2 & Level 3 Bundle
Go from complete beginner to qualified personal trainer in one route. The Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching and the Level 3 Personal Training Diploma, together and better value.
Level 3 Personal Training Diploma
Become a qualified personal trainer — and get the experience, mentoring and connections to build a career from it.
Level 3 Matwork Pilates
Become a Pilates Instructor. This is the the most important qualification in your Pilates journey, learn the method and principles, understand the foundations and create a credible and solid base to build on.
Level 3 Award in Education & Training
Take your industry coaching experience to the next level and become a Tutor and Assessor. Inspire the next generation of professionals.
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching
Your first step into the fitness industry — the entry qualification to work in a gym and start your coaching career. No experience needed.
Already qualified? Keep developing:
Not sure which route?
Talk it through before you commit either way
Your free career call maps your existing qualifications, timeline and interests onto the right route — you can always add another course to your cart later.
Your route through the Career Change Accelerator
process
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Free career call
We map your existing qualifications, timeline and finances onto the most realistic route.
No obligation
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Study your diploma
In Person, Online or blended learning, built to fit around a job you may still be working in or if you are studying elsewhere while you train.
L2/L3 PT Diploma
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Support
Direct tutor access throughout — questions answered within 24 hours, guaranteed.
Ongoing
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Business Start-Up Toolkit
Pricing, contracts, insurance and marketing essentials so you’re ready to trade, not just qualified.
Included
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Launch & get connected
FitIQ Education mentoring, CoverMe access, and an alumni network to build your first client base.
Ongoing support
Is this actually for you?
Let's be straight about it
The Career Change Accelerator is for you if —
- You're leaving another career and want the most credible route to self-employed Personal Trainer or employee.
- You want structured business start-up support, not just a certificate
- You want mentoring from people who have walked in your shoes
Questions, answered honestly
Before you book your call
Do I need a fitness background to join the Career Change Accelerator?
No. This pathway is built specifically for people leaving a different career, with no fitness industry background assumed. We focus on how your existing work and life experience actually transfers to running a PT business.
How fast is the fast-tracked route?
The combined Level 2 & 3 Diploma is designed to take you from no qualification to self-employed Personal Trainer status faster than studying each level separately, without cutting corners on the regulated content. Exact timelines are confirmed on your free career call based on your availability.
Can I keep my current job while I train?
Yes, most career changers study around an existing job using blended online learning and scheduled practical sessions. We’ll map a realistic timeline for your situation on your free career call.
What if I already hold a Level 2 qualification?
If you already hold a Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification, you can join at Level 3 Personal Training Diploma directly rather than the combined route — see the standalone Level 3 option above.
What's included in the price?
Your Personal Training Diploma, the Business Start-Up Toolkit, FitIQ Compass mentoring, CV and portfolio prep, and CoverMe app access are all included in one price, with flexible payment options available.
What is CoverMe and do I get access to it?
CoverMe is the fitness industry’s Global recruitment app, used by large operators and small boutique gyms to find qualified cover instructors and PTs. As a FitIQ graduate you get free access to build your profile, upload your certificates, and pick up cover shifts, referrals and job alerts once you’re qualified.
Start the conversation
Your new career starts with one call.
15 minutes, no obligation. We’ll map the fastest realistic route from your current career to self-employed PT before you spend a penny.
Not quite the right fit?
YMCA Level 3 Award in Education & Training
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Level 3 · Teach
Award in Education & Training
Become a qualified tutor and assessor. One of the biggest, most impactful steps on the FitIQ pathway, turn your experience into teaching and be part of inspiring the future generation of Health, Fitness & Wellness practitioners.
Level
Level 3Â
Accreditation
YMCA
Duration
6 weeks
Study mode
Online
Course fee — UK
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Level 3Â
Accreditation
YMCA
Duration
6 weeks
Study mode
Online
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Level 3Â
Accreditation
YMCA
Duration
6 weeks
Study mode
Online
Course fee — UK
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Level 3Â
Accreditation
YMCA
Duration
6 weeks
Study mode
Online
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestWhat you’ll be able to do
Go from coach to tutor
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Plan training
Design and structure effective learning sessions for adults.
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Deliver with confidence
Teach, present and manage a group of learners.
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Assess learning
Understand assessment and how to check that learning has happened.
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Start teaching
The recognised route into tutoring and education — in fitness and beyond.
Who it’s for
For pros ready to teach
- Experienced fitness professionals wanting to teach
- Coaches aiming to become tutors or assessors
- Anyone taking the “beyond the qualification” step
- No specific Pre Requsite, industry qualifications and time served experience desired
What’s included
Course modules
Roles & responsibilities in education
The role of a teacher/trainer and the learning environment.
Planning & delivering training
Designing and delivering inclusive learning sessions.
Understanding assessment
How assessment works and how to apply it.
Inclusive learning
Creating a safe, inclusive environment for all learners.
Micro-teach practical
Plan and deliver a session with tutor feedback.
The role of a teacher/trainer and the learning environment.
Designing and delivering inclusive learning sessions.
How assessment works and how to apply it.
Creating a safe, inclusive environment for all learners.
Plan and deliver a session with tutor feedback.
Recognised & regulated
YMCA
REPS UAE CIMSPA
Good to know
FAQs
Can I pay monthly?
Yes we have a range of flexible payment options available at checkout
Do I need experience first?
No direct experience of teaching previously is required, however an understanding of the education pathway is desired
What can I do after this?
Teach and train in fitness and other sectors, and progress toward assessor and higher teaching qualifications.
Yes we have a range of flexible payment options available at checkout
No direct experience of teaching previously is required, however an understanding of the education pathway is desired
Teach and train in fitness and other sectors, and progress toward assessor and higher teaching qualifications.
Beyond the qualification
Become a tutor
Enrol now, or book a free career call if you’d like to talk it through first.
Active IQ Level 2 Award In Instructing Studio Cycling
Home / Courses / Fitness & PT / Indoor Studio Cycle
Specialism · Group training
Level 2 In Instructing Studio Cycle
Qualify to plan and teach energising indoor cycling classes, coaching, music and motivation that fill your timetable.
Level
Specialism
Accreditation
Active IQ
Entry
Level 2
Duration
3 Days (1 online 2 In Person)
Study mode
BlendedÂ
Course fee — UK
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
REPs UAE · Active IQ
Entry
Open entry — [confirm]
Duration
3 Days (1 Online 3 In Person )
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
Active IQ
Entry
Level 2
Duration
3 Days (1 online 2 In Person)
Study mode
BlendedÂ
Course fee — UK
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
REPs UAE · Active IQ
Entry
Open entry — [confirm]
Duration
3 Days (1 Online 3 In Person )
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestWhat you’ll be able to do
deliver professional engaging and dynamic indoor cycling classes
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Plan a class
Design safe, effective indoor cycling class profiles from warm-up to finish.
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Coach the room
Cue, motivate and lead a group with energy and confidence.
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Use music well
Match music, cadence and effort to build a great class experience.
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Add to your offer
Bring a popular group format to gyms, studios or your own timetable.
Who it’s for
Made to get you teaching
- Instructors and PTs wanting to teach cycle
- Group exercise instructors adding a format
- Anyone who loves indoor cycling and wants to lead it
- Level 2 in Fitness Coaching/Gym Instructing
What’s included
Course modules
Class structure & profiles
Building balanced class profiles for all abilities.
Music, cadence & effort
Using music and resistance to drive a great workout.
Coaching & motivation
Leading, cueing and energising a group.
Bike set-up & safety
Safe set-up and injury prevention for participants.
Practical assessment
Deliver a class with tutor feedback.
Building balanced class profiles for all abilities.
Using music and resistance to drive a great workout.
Leading, cueing and energising a group.
Safe set-up and injury prevention for participants.
Deliver a class with tutor feedback.
Where it leads
Build your specialisms
Add more strings to your bow — explore our other specialisms and CPD to broaden what you can teach.
Recognised & regulated
CPD Certified
Active IQ
Good to know
FAQs
Can I pay monthly?
Yes, we have a range of flexible payment options available at checkout.
Do I need a qualification first?
Level 2 Qualification Fitness Coaching or Gym InstructingÂ
Where can I teach?
Gyms, studios and community settings, boutique studiosÂ
Yes, we have a range of flexible payment options available at checkout.
Level 2 Qualification Fitness Coaching or Gym InstructingÂ
Gyms, studios and community settings, boutique studiosÂ
Beyond the qualification
Ready to ride?
All CPD CoursesActive IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebells
Home / Courses / Fitness & PT / Kettlebells
Specialism · Strength
Level 2 award in instructing Kettlebells
Coach safe, effective kettlebell training, the technique, programming and progressions to get real results with clients.
Level
Specialism
Accreditation
Active IQ · CIMSPA
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UK
in VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
REPs UAE · Active IQ
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
Active IQ · CIMSPA
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UK
in VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestLevel
Specialism
Accreditation
REPs UAE · Active IQ
Study mode
Blended
Course fee — UAE
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestWhat you’ll be able to do
Coach kettlebells safely and effectively
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Master the basics
Teach the core lifts swing, clean, press, snatch and get-up with confidence.
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Keep clients safe
Coach technique and progressions that build strength without injury.
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Programme it
Build kettlebell work into sessions and programmes for real results.
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Add to your offer
Bring a versatile, popular tool to your training and classes.
Who it’s for
For coaches who want more tools
- PTs and instructors adding kettlebells
- Coaches wanting stronger, more capable clients
- Anyone who wants to teach kettlebells safely
- Level 2 Certificate in Fitness/Gym Instructing
What’s included
Course modules
Kettlebell fundamentals
The core lifts and how to teach them from scratch.
Technique & coaching
Cueing, correcting and progressing safely
Programming
Building kettlebell work into effective sessions.
Safety & scaling
Loading, scaling and injury prevention.
Practical assessment
Coach kettlebell work with tutor feedback.
The core lifts and how to teach them from scratch.
Cueing, correcting and progressing safely
Building kettlebell work into effective sessions.
Loading, scaling and injury prevention.
Coach kettlebell work with tutor feedback.
Where it leads
Build your specialisms
Add more strings to your bow — explore our other specialisms and CPD to broaden what you can teach.
Recognised & regulated
CPD Certified
Active IQ
Good to know
FAQs
Can I pay monthly?
Yes, we offer a range of flexible payment options at checkout.
Do I need a qualification first?
Minimum Level 2 Certification in Fitness/GymÂ
What can I do with it?
Add kettlebell training to your PT sessions, small groups and classes.
Yes, we offer a range of flexible payment options at checkout.
Minimum Level 2 Certification in Fitness/GymÂ
Add kettlebell training to your PT sessions, small groups and classes.
Ready to coach
Start teaching kettlebells
All CPD CoursesLevel 3 Certificate In Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer: Groups And One To One
Home / Courses / Pilates / Reformer
Pilates · Next step
Level 3 Certificate In Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer: Groups And one to one
Advance your knowledge and skills with this comprehensive, equipment based Pilates Reformer course, elevate your teaching and increase your earning potential. Strict requirement for Level 3 Diploma In Matwork Pilates and atleast 60 hours of teaching expereince. Level Level 3 Accreditation YMCA Entry Requires Matwork Study mode In PersonCourse fee — Uk
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interest Level Specialism Accreditation REPs UAE · YMCA · MK Pilates Entry Requires Matwork Study mode BlendedCourse fee — Uae
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interest Level Level 3 Accreditation YMCA Entry Requires Matwork Study mode In PersonCourse fee — Uk
inc VAT
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interest Level Specialism Accreditation REPs UAE · YMCA · MK Pilates Entry Requires Matwork Study mode BlendedCourse fee — Uae
Flexible payment options available at checkout
Email info@fitiqeducation.com to register your interest
Register your interestWhat you’ll be able to do
Teach Reformer with confidence
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Teach on the reformer
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Master the apparatus
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Offer a premium format
04
Grow your offer
Who it’s for
For Matwork-qualified instructors
- Instructors who have completed Pilates Matwork
- Those wanting an apparatus-based specialism
- Studios offering reformer classes
- Requires Matwork first