Thinking About Becoming a Personal Trainer? Let’s Chat.

If you have no previous fitness qualifications, you’ll normally start with the Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification before progressing to Level 3 Personal Training. If your goal is to become a Personal Trainer, you can complete both qualifications as part of one of our Personal Training packages.

Yes, you need the relevant Level 2 knowledge before progressing to Level 3 Personal Training. Most people choose to purchase Level 2 and Level 3 together as a package, not only because it saves money, but because it makes the whole journey from beginner to qualified Personal Trainer much simpler and more streamlined. We can guide you through each stage in the right order, so you always know what to do next.

Absolutely. Most of our students are changing careers and completing their qualifications alongside work and family life. Our courses are designed to offer flexible online study alongside tutor support, practical workshops and assessments.

Yes, it is. The qualification is nationally accredited by Focus Awards, approved by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) and endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMPSA).

No. You don’t need to look like a fitness model or be an elite athlete to become a great Personal Trainer. Good coaching is about knowledge, communication, empathy and being able to help other people achieve their goals.

You won’t simply be given an online course and left to figure everything out yourself. You’ll have access to tutor support alongside opportunities for practical learning, webinars and workshops. Our aim is to help you become a confident coach, not simply pass a qualification.

The theory elements can be studied flexibly online, but we also provide opportunities for practical workshops and face-to-face learning. This gives you the flexibility of online study while still developing the practical coaching skills you’ll need as a Personal Trainer.

Practical assessments can be completed through the assessment options available for your qualification, including face-to-face and video assessment where appropriate. We’ll explain exactly what is required and help you prepare before your assessment.

The cost depends on the qualifications and level of support you choose. We offer different Personal Training packages so you can choose the route that best suits your goals and budget, with payment options available to help spread the cost.

When comparing courses, don’t look at price alone. A cheaper qualification can seem attractive, but it may offer less tutor support, practical experience or guidance. We regularly speak to learners who started with another provider and later came to Storm because they wanted a more personal and supportive learning experience. Choosing the right provider first time can save you time, frustration and potentially money in the long run.

This is a really common concern, particularly for people changing careers. You’ll have access to tutor support throughout your course, and we’ll help you work through the qualification step by step. You don’t need to have been brilliant at school to become a great coach.

This depends on how much time you can dedicate to studying and whether you already hold any relevant qualifications. We encourage you to progress at a manageable pace rather than trying to rush through your qualification. Get in touch and we can give you a realistic idea based on your circumstances.

Life happens. Many of our learners are balancing studying with careers, children and other commitments. If you’re struggling or your circumstances change, speak to us. We’d much rather help you find a manageable way forward than have you disappear because you’ve fallen behind.

Yes, and for many people this is actually a sensible way to change careers. You can begin building experience and a client base alongside your existing employment, then gradually increase your Personal Training work as your confidence and income grow.

You could work within a gym, become a self-employed Personal Trainer, build your own coaching business or continue developing specialist skills through further qualifications such as Strength & Conditioning or Exercise Referral. We’ll also continue supporting you after you qualify.

That depends on where you want your career to go. You might want to specialise in areas such as Strength & Conditioning or Exercise Referral, improve your practical coaching, develop your business skills or complete additional CPD. Tell us what you want to achieve and we can recommend an appropriate next step.

Just talk to us. You don’t need to understand all the different levels, qualifications and industry terminology before getting started. Tell us where you are now and what you’d ultimately like to do, and we’ll help you work out the simplest route to get there.

All of our packages are designed around becoming a capable fitness professional, but they include different levels of qualifications, development and support. Our Elite Personal Trainer Package is our most comprehensive option for people who want to develop additional skills and stand out from other Personal Trainers.

It’s super simple. You can do it all online in three steps!

Step 1

Click buy now to pay via  Credit/debit card.

Or click on the apply for 0% interest-free finance button, paying just a 10% deposit to start, spreading the rest over six to twelve months interest-free. You will then be redirected to a short form to finish your enrolment.

Step 2

You will immediately receive your login details for our learning platform and a welcome video from your tutor, so you can start immediately. The platform guides you through everything you need to do to complete your course, and you can reach out to your tutor anytime if you have questions or want to sound out ideas. You can also attend LIVE webinars and live workshops if you want to.

Step 3

Once you have passed all the assessments on the learning platform, we will send you your certificate immediately so you can start applying for jobs or building your fitness business. We can help you with both of those too!