Already a qualified Fitness Instructor and looking to broaden the range of sessions you can deliver?

The Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions will give you the knowledge and practical skills to plan, prepare and deliver safe, effective and engaging circuit training sessions in gyms and leisure facilities.

Whether you’re looking to add circuit classes to your existing skill set, increase the range of sessions you can deliver or develop your career within the fitness industry, this qualification can help you take the next step.

Course Cost: £199

Is this course for you?

This course could be ideal if you:

  • Are aged 16 or over
  • Are a qualified Fitness Instructor
  • Want to develop your knowledge and broaden your fitness skills
  • Are interested in delivering circuit training sessions
  • Are a confident communicator
  • Enjoy working with and motivating people

Entry Requirement

Learners must hold an Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing, or an equivalent qualification.

If you’re unsure whether your existing qualification meets the entry requirements, please contact our Training Team before booking.

What will you learn?

During this course, you’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to plan and deliver effective circuit training sessions.

You’ll learn about:

  • Planning circuit training sessions
  • Designing appropriate circuit exercises and activities
  • Delivering safe and effective circuit sessions
  • Adapting sessions to meet the needs of participants
  • Evaluating your sessions and identifying opportunities for improvement

The course will also help you develop your understanding of the legal and professional requirements involved in delivering circuit training within a gym or leisure environment.

Course Dates

Booking deadline: Tuesday 27 July 2027

Course starts: Saturday 21 August 2027

SessionDetailsDate & TimeLocation
Session 1 – Course Introduction & Practical Circuit TrainingCourse introduction, circuit design and practical delivery

Saturday 21 August 2027

Online: 9.30am–12.30pm

Practical: 1.30pm–4.30pm

Online – Microsoft Teams

Practical - The PEAK
Session 2 – Assessment & Self-EvaluationLearner Achievement Portfolio (LAP) submission, practical assessment and self-evaluationSaturday 11 September 2027 9.30am–4.30pmThe PEAK


This is a blended learning course, combining online learning with practical training at The PEAK.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge online before putting your learning into practice during a practical circuit training session.

  • Worksheet
  • Circuit session plan
  • Practical observation
  • Learner Achievement Portfolio (LAP)
  • Self-evaluation

Learners must attend and complete all sessions detailed in the scheme of work provided by Active Stirling’s Training Team, along with the required coursework and assessments.

Career Progression

This qualification can help you broaden your existing fitness skills and increase the range of sessions you can deliver.

It can also support further professional development and progression within the fitness industry.

For other qualification and career progression opportunities, visit Active IQ.

How to Enquire

Ready to expand your fitness skills and start delivering circuit training sessions?

Click Enquire Now above and complete our Training Enquiry Form.

If you have any questions about the course or entry requirements, please contact our Training Team:

training@activestirling.org.uk

Terms and Conditions

Please see Active Stirling’s Training and Learning Terms and Conditions for information relating to our training courses and qualifications.