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Fitness Scotland Airthrey Castle University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA TEL: 01786 466232 FAX: 01786 466246 EMAIL: fitness@scottishgymnastics.org
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Fitness Scotland is the National Governing Body for Health and Fitness and although we predominantly focus on training provision, we are also here to provide information to the general public.
 
This website provides the perfect opportunity to reach people all over Scotland and offer them a range of products and services at a competitive rate to people within this industry. 
This site has been specially designed to be an effective promotional tool, not only to those looking to further their training but to people looking to start a new career and need a bit of assistance with getting things moving. 

 

    


COURSE INFO


1. THEORY COURSES SEPTEMBER 2009!
There are still spaces on our Theory courses in North Lanarkshire beginning on the 12th September 09 and Dundee beginning on the 19th September 09. If you are looking to begin training as a Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music Instructor, the Theory is your starting point! If you are interested in booking on to this course please complete and return a booking form.

2. FIRST AID!
Our next First Aid course of 2009 will be held in Glasgow on the 14th June 09 and North LAnarkshire on the 4th October 09. This course awards you with a First Aid Appointed Persons award and is valid for 3 years. The course is provided by Henry's Training and covers CPR and emergency first aid. Please remember, for insurance purposes it is essential for Instructors to hold a valid First Aid certificate. Please send us your booking form to confirm your place.

3. GYM INSTRUCTOR AND EXERCISE TO MUSIC COURSES!
There are still spaces on our next Level 2 Exercise to Music course in Kilmarnock beginning on the 25th July 09. Please see our training calendar for more details.

There are still spaces on our Level 2 Gym Instructor course in Glasgow beginning on the 8th August 09. If you are interested in attending this course please ensure you have completed your Theory assessment prior to the course start date.

4. SALSACISE WORKSHOP!
We have arranged a Salsacise Workshop on the 27th June 09 in Glasgow. Please see our Training calendar for more info. If you wish to book your place, please send us a booking form.

5. CIRCUITS WORKSHOP!
We have arranged a Circuits Workshop on the 27th September 09 in Edinburgh. Please see our Training calendar for more info. If you wish to book your place, please send us a booking form.

6. Level 3 PERSONAL TRAINER!
There will be an exciting addition to the Fitness Scotland 2009 Training Calendar. Our Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification is near completion with dates in 2009 to be posted shortly. If you are interested in this course, please complete one of our Note of Interest forms.


CANDIDATE INFO

1. IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL CANDIDATES!
Please note that all Gym Instructor and Exercise to Music Instructor candidates enroling in 2008 must complete both the First AND Second assessment to ensure the full SVQ qualification is achieved.
Failure to complete the second stage assessment within 1 year of passing the first will result in your qualification being void.

Please remember, for insurance purposes it is essential for Instructors to hold a valid First Aid certificate. Please send us your booking form to confirm your place.

2. 2nd ASSESSMENTS!
We are in the process of arranging dates for both Gym Instructor and Exercise to Music 2nd Assessments. If your 2nd assessment is outstanding please contact the office.

Gym Instructor assessments will be held in August in Edinburgh. If you would like to attend any of these dates please contact the office. Please note that you must have your portfolio/paperwork complete and ready for submission before you can be practically assessed.

A provisional date in September is being arranged for a Exercise to Music assessment in Edinburgh or Glasgow.

3. SCOTTISH CANDIDATE NUMBERS!
Please ensure when completing one of our booking forms that we require your Scottish Candidate Number (SCN). This is essential as it allows us to register you with the SQA. If you do not know your SCN please contact the SQA on 0845 279100.

4. FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR 1 YEAR!
As of January 2009, all candidates who book on to either Level 2 Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music will receive 1 years free Fitness Scotland Membership and Insurance. Please see the Membership page for more information on our policy.

 

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Looking for information on how to become a Gym or Fitness Instructor? Have a look at our Training Calendar for all course details, locations and dates...
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CHANGE IN COURSE COSTS AND FEES - AS OF THE 1ST OF JULY 2008 PLEASE NOTE ALL FITNESS SCOTLAND COURSE COSTS AND FEES WILL INCREASE IN LINE WITH THE NEW FINANCIAL YEAR.
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Scottish Gymnastics Association

Funding towards training costs

University of Stirling

 

 

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