Level 2

Award in Instructing Strength & Conditioning Sessions

Enhance your understanding of strength and conditioning coaching

The Level 2 Strength and Conditioning course is an industry-relevant qualification designed to develop the practical skills needed to coach performance-based training. It focuses on both session delivery and programme design, giving you a well-rounded foundation in strength and conditioning.

Designed for those looking to enhance their coaching ability or support athletic performance, this course equips learners to deliver structured, effective training sessions across a range of settings.

You’ll build the knowledge, confidence and real-world coaching experience needed to develop strength, power, speed, agility, and endurance in your clients.

All learning is delivered 100% in person, combining classroom theory with hands-on gym-based practice at our Greater Manchester venue.

At a Glance

Entry requirements

You must be aged 16 or over to enrol
No prior fitness qualifications are required

Cost & payment options

Course Cost: £349
Payment Options:

Pay upfront in full and receive 10% discount
Pay in installments using Klarna

Programme structure

Duration: Delivered over 2 sessions
Delivery: Classroom-based learning and practical gym sessions
Location: Greater Manchester
Study Format: Full in‑person attendance

This course is split into two key units designed to develop both your coaching delivery and programming skills.

You’ll learn in a supportive, hands-on environment with experienced tutors, ensuring your coaching is practical, progressive, and ready for real-world performance settings.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment is designed to reflect real-world strength and conditioning coaching and may include:

Practical coaching assessments
Session planning and programme design tasks
Observed coaching sessions

There are no formal written exams, and full tutor support is provided throughout.

What you'll learn

This Strength and Conditioning Level 2 Diploma develops your ability to both deliver and plan effective strength and conditioning sessions. It combines practical coaching skills with applied programming knowledge, allowing you to work safely and confidently in a performance or fitness environment.

This course comprises of 2 units, taught across two days:

Units

Unit 1: Instructing a Strength and Conditioning Session

This unit focuses on delivery, coaching skills, and applied practice within strength and conditioning environments. You will learn:

Endurance and Energy System Development
Training for Speed and Agility
Training for Power
Training for Strength
Session Delivery Skills

Unit 2: Planning a Strength and Conditioning Session

This unit focuses on the design, structure, and rationale behind effective training programmes. You will learn:

Programming and Periodisation

Effective Programming for Sport-Specific Coaching

Programming for Higher Skill Movements (e.g. Plyometrics)

Planning and Delivering a Training Needs Analysis

By the end of the course, you will be confident in delivering safe and effective strength and conditioning sessions, as well as planning structured programmes that support performance development and individual training needs.

Why Our Courses Are 100% In Person

At Bright Direction Training, we believe the best trainers are developed through real interaction, real coaching, and real practice.

Benefits of in‑person learning include:

Hands‑on coaching experience in a gym environment
Immediate feedback on technique, cueing, and client interaction
Greater confidence working with real people, not just theory
Strong peer support and motivation
Better preparation for real gym and client settings

Fitness is a practical career. Learning face‑to‑face ensures you leave fully prepared, not just qualified.

Progression Opportunities

On completion, learners can:

Offer strength and conditioning classes within a gym environment.
Support clients in strength training environments within their scope of practice.
Progress onto a Level 3 qualifications in Strength and Conditioning, Sports Massage or Personal Training
Continue development into higher-level study in sport, exercise science, or performance coaching pathways.
Build a long-term career in health, fitness, and wellbeing.

The fitness industry continues to grow, with over 7,000 gyms and fitness centres across the UK, alongside thousands of fitness professionals building successful careers in the industry. With increasing demand for qualified fitness professionals and an industry that continues to progress, there has never been a better time to enter this industry and turn your passion into a sustainable career.

Meet the Team

Our tutors are experienced personal trainers who have worked in the industry for many years, bringing real-world knowledge into every session. They don’t just teach the theory - they’ve built successful careers themselves and understand what it takes to succeed as a PT.

You’ll learn from professionals who:

Have extensive hands-on experience in gyms and coaching clients
Understand both employed and self-employed routes
Are passionate about helping learners succeed

Tutor

Declan Murphy

Declan is a personal trainer and coach who is passionate about helping aspiring athletes reach their potential across a variety of sports. With a background that includes full-time strength and conditioning coaching, sports coaching, personal training, and gym ownership, he brings a well-rounded and practical approach to performance and development.

As a tutor, Declan enjoys bringing real-world experience and added value to his courses. He specialises in delivering the practical elements of coaching, helping students bridge the gap between theory and application. His aim is to guide students into the industry with a clear, structured plan for navigating their career.

Tutor

Abbie Mattimore

Abbie is a personal trainer and coach with a passion for helping people build strength, confidence, and feel at home in the gym. As a competitive powerlifter, she brings a focused and practical approach to training, built around consistency and long-term progress.

Having started from a place where the gym felt intimidating, Abbie understands the challenges many beginners face. This shapes her coaching style, taking an empathetic and patient approach to help clients build confidence and feel comfortable in the gym environment.

As a tutor, Abbie brings real-world perspective into her teaching, helping students develop practical skills and confidence when working with clients from all backgrounds.

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Why choose Bright Direction Training for your Strength and Conditioning qualification?

Delivered 100% In Person - Learn by Doing

Unlike many strength and conditioning courses, our course is fully classroom and gym-based, giving you hands-on experience from day one. You won’t be left learning online alone - you’ll practise real coaching skills in a supportive environment, building confidence quickly and effectively.

Learn from Experienced Strength & Conditioning Coaches

Our tutors have real industry experience in strength and conditioning and fitness coaching. They bring practical knowledge into every session, helping you understand not just what to do, but how to coach effectively in real-world environments.

Supportive Learning Environment from Start to Finish

We focus on building your confidence as well as your knowledge. With small group delivery, hands-on guidance, and ongoing tutor support, you’ll never feel left behind and will be supported every step of the way.

Industry-Recognised Qualification to Start Your Fitness Career

Delivered through VTCT Skills and regulated by Ofqual, this qualification is widely recognised within the UK fitness industry. It gives you a trusted starting point to begin working in gym environments or progress into personal training and higher-level courses.

Ready to get started? View our upcoming course dates, make an enquiry, or sign up using the links below.

Not sure if this course is right for you? We offer a range of fitness qualifications to suit different goals, whether you’re just starting out or looking to specialise. Explore our other courses to find the pathway that best fits your interests and career plans.