Sport 

Whether you are an aspiring athlete, coach, sports scientist or gym instructor - our courses can help you achieve your career ambitions.

We offer a combination of practical and theoretical study to suit any level or interest in sport.

Our £4.5m newly constructed sports hall – the Life Centre – provides state-of-the-art sporting facilities for the College’s students, staff and local community. It includes four badminton courts, a fully-equipped gymnasium, a 60-seat lecture theatre, sports science labs, and a stunning viewing gallery.

Students in the Sports Lab

Gym Instructing - YMCA Certificate

This qualification is aimed at learners wishing to become a Gym Instructor. In addition to the planning and instructing of gym based programmes, learners will cover; Anatomy and Physiology; Health, Safety and Welfare in a fitness environment; How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients; The health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating; How to communicate with clients effectively and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme.

  • Bromley
  • 30/09/2025
  • Level 2
  • Part Time

Personal Training - YMCA Diploma

This qualification is aimed at learners wishing to become a Personal Trainer, but who do not already hold the pre-requisite of Level 2 Fitness Instructing (Gym-Based Exercise). In addition to the planning and instructing of both Gym Based and Personal Training programmes, learners will cover; Anatomy and physiology (at levels 2 and 3); Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment; Principles of exercise, fitness and health; How to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity and the application of the principles of nutrition within a physical activity programme.

  • Bromley
  • Multiple Start Dates
  • Level 3
  • Part Time

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Where can it lead?

Find out more about the jobs available once you have successfully completed a course in this area.

Athletes / Sports Competitors

£23,136 Potential salary 27 open vacancies

Coaches

£23,136 Potential salary 84 open vacancies

Personal Trainers / Fitness Instructors

£23,136 Potential salary 23 open vacancies

Physical Education Teachers

£38,141 Potential salary 454 open vacancies

Recreation / Activities Workers

£18,567 Potential salary 72 open vacancies

Recreation / Fitness Studies Lecturers

£38,872 Potential salary 511 open vacancies

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