Benefits of joining
- Created by Cycle Master Trainers
- Fully immersive training to ensure you feel comfortable leading and creating a cycle class
- Accredited and CIMSPA-endorsed qualification
Active IQ level 2 award in instructing studio cycling
Would you love to give unforgettable cycle experiences that will inspire people to live an active life? Take your fitness career to the next level by becoming a cycle instructor with the Virgin Active academy.
Instructing studio cycling with Virgin Active
What can I teach?
- You will be able to go on to teach top-notch indoor cycle classes
- Upon successful completion, you can also go on to complete the internal Virgin Active Tempo and Power course
Job opportunities
- Guaranteed interview/progression to Virgin Active training
- Vacancies available at all Virgin Active clubs
- Earning potential ranges from £23 to 40 per class depending on location
Why become a level 2 Cycle Instructor?
If you’ve ever dreamed of helping people fall in love with exercise and have something to look forward to, then becoming a professional Cycle Instructor might just be the right role for you.
This course is designed for anyone that's ready to take their existing skills in gym instructing to the next level. As well as covering different class styles and their individual benefits, safety considerations and how to adapt to the needs of each rider, it will also help you to understand your own teaching style.
Why take your indoor cycling course with the Virgin Active academy?
Take your confidence to new heights as you gain the ability to programme and teach safe, engaging, and fun indoor studio cycle classes.
- Master how to programme, structure and deliver a class as well as how to use feel-good music and coaching skills to enhance the experience
- Become an expert in cycling-specific teaching skills and techniques to enable you to help members achieve fitness goals and keep active
- Learn the correct bike set-up, posture and cycling techniques
- Understand health and safety issues enabling instructors to make modifications for each rider, reducing risk and injuries, during and after each class
- Deliver an enjoyable and uplifting experience through coaching, upbeat tunes, lighting and motivation
How will the course be assessed?
The course is an accredited qualification from Active IQ, one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations for the active leisure, learning and wellbeing sector. You will therefore be assessed through a combination of coursework and practical demonstrations.
The course is also endorsed by CIMSPA, the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector. Upon successful completion this means you will gain 10 CIMSPA points.
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Cycle Instructor
Before you join, make sure...
- Learners must hold a Level 2 Fitness Instructing qualification:
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
PHONE US
Call 020 8164 6510Find your future with the Virgin Active academy
Ready to jump into our Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling? If you want to know more about becoming a cycling instructor or would like to enrol on our course, we’d love to help. Contact our team today and get started on your journey.
Our Level 2 Cycling course runs over four days on the following dates from 09:00 - 17:00 at Mansion House, London.
New course dates to be announced.
