This module builds foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and energy systems to support effective exercise programming. It introduces students to the professional responsibilities of a Gym Instructor, aligned with CIMSPA standards, and equips them with practical skills in client consultation, pre-exercise screening, and health-related fitness assessment. Students will also learn to interpret assessment data and design tailored, goal-driven exercise programmes with confidence and competence.
This module introduces the scientific foundations of human movement, including musculoskeletal anatomy, anatomical terminology, and core principles of kinesiology and biomechanics. It also develops students’ practical skills in anatomical palpation for clinical application.
This module introduces students to the integrated functions of the human body. It develops foundational knowledge in cellular, tissue, and organ system physiology, introduces key concepts in exercise physiology, and equips students with analytical skills for interpreting laboratory data in health and exercise contexts.
The module focuses on providing students with a range of basic therapy and clinical skills. Core assessment methods and approaches are introduced, core skills (Sports Massage) developed and clinical decision-making skills explored to support the translation of knowledge into practice. The module is mapped to the Sports Massage Association (SMA) criteria to allow students to register at a suitable point in the course.
