Personal Training Courses

Absolutely. Many of our students have physical impairments and go on to enjoy successful personal training careers. Our accessible training centres include lifts, ramps, and adapted facilities. To read more, we offer a detailed guide about how to become a personal trainer when you have a disability.

Our online and blended learning options are designed for people who have commitments, allowing you to be completely flexible. Tutors are available on evenings and weekends, meaning you can study around your responsibilities. As this study option is entirely self-paced, you can you can progress through it alongside full time work.

We offer flexible payment plans with 0% interest. Funding is also available through partners such as:

• The PFA (Players’ Football Association) – Who provide funding for current and former professional footballers
• The PCA (Professional Cricketers’ Association) – Who help current and former professional cricketers with funding towards their qualifications.
• The RPA (Rugby Players Association) – Can help with discounts for current and former rugby professionals
• MOD (Ministry of Defence) – Funding for Level 3 courses for current/former military personnel

Evidence of affiliation with an organisation is required and funding is subject to checks from the organisation.

You can get more information on our finance and funding options here.

Yes, we’re proud that over 92% of OriGym graduates work in the fitness industry. Alumni have gone on to roles at Virgin Active, JD Gyms, Everlast Gyms, The Gym Group, and independent studios. Many now run their own PT businesses.

You can check out our testimonials and read through their success stories.

Our courses are packed with a range of learning resources to suit different students which includes interactive online modules & lectures, video tutorials, and quizzes.

All of our personal training courses are endorsed by CIMSPA, regulated by Ofqual, and internationally recognised.

We’re also fully ISO9001 certified and have CIMSPA ‘Enhancing’ status, meaning all of our teaching processes are held to the highest standards.

The online course is ideal for those with busy schedules and commitments as it’s entirely self-paced, meaning you can complete your studies from the comfort of your own home during times that suit you best.

The part time or blended course is great for students who want a mix of practical elements such as attending workshops but also are working around a busy schedule. This gives you the benefit of studying online at your own pace as well as access to in-person tutor support.

Our full time personal trainer course is best for students who want to qualify quickly and complete their course in a classroom environment. This includes access to gym facilities for al practical learning and assessments, as well as in-person tutor support at our Liverpool training centre.

While students will study differently depending on the their chosen method, all course materials as well as the final assignment are the same.

We believe high-quality training should be accessible. OriGym keeps costs low by cutting unnecessary admin fees – plus, unlimited free resits are included in every course.

Yes, all of OriGym’s Personal Training courses are internationally recognised. This allows you to take your career abroad and train clients outside of the UK.

Every OriGym personal training graduate is guaranteed at least one job interview with one of our industry partners which include David Lloyd, Everlast, JD Gyms, Fitness First, The Gym Group, and Virgin Active. Once qualified, students can get in touch with our post-course support team who will arrange this for you.

This is one of the reasons why we have the highest work-placement rate in the industry!

Our online and blended study options allow students to qualify from anywhere at any time. Our popular in-person locations where workshops and assessments are held have been specifically chosen to be within reasonable distance of all UK students. Each of these locations have excellent transport links and up to date equipment to ensure our students have the best possible experience during the practical elements of their course.

All students must be at least 16+ before signing up for any of OriGym’s Personal Training Courses. We provide more information on how old you have to be to be a personal trainer in our blog.

Yes! All OriGym Personal Training qualifications are internationally recognised, allowing you to work with clients and gyms across the globe. You can learn more about becoming a personal trainer abroad right here.

The duration depends on your chosen study method and whether you already hold a Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification.

If you don’t have any prior qualifications, you’ll need to complete our Personal Training Diploma. This takes:

• Full-time: 4 weeks.
• Part-time or online: Study at your own pace, typically completing in 12–16 weeks.

If you only need to complete the Level 3 Personal Training course, it will take you:

• Full-time: 2 weeks.
• Part-time or online: Study at your own pace, typically completing in 6–8 weeks

Find out more about how long it takes to become a personal trainer with our guide.

Yes, there are many government-recognised personal training courses in the UK. For example, at OriGym our qualifications are regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and endorsed by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity).

To learn more about why government recognition is so important for your education, check out our article on ‘Personal Training Levels’.

OriGym offers practical training for students completing their personal training courses on a full-time and part-time basis. 

Our full-time course will be completed in our state-of-the-art training centre in Liverpool, where you’ll have access to our custom-built gym floor. Similarly, students on our part-time course can attend weekend practical workshops around the country. 

Click here to enquire about practical training options.