This course also forms part of the Masters in Group Exercise
This course is ideal for people wishing to pursue a rewarding and sociable career in studio instruction. Upon successful completion, you will have the necessary skills and knowledge to instruct and teach classes in a studio environment.
Depending on previous skills and qualifications, you can either study the full Diploma in Studio Instruction (DSI) or select various modules to suit your needs and skill set.
Qualifications and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points
- Premier Training International Diploma in Studio Instruction
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Exercise to Music
- 20 REPs CPD Points
Course Information
Course Content
Online Learning
(required for students who do not hold a Level 2 Qualification)
- Exercise and Fitness Knowledge Level 2
- Health, Safety and Professionalism
Exercise to Music - Week 1 of DSI
(for existing Level 2 students (e.g. Certificate in Gym Instruction))
- Instruction and teaching skills
- Warm up and stretching techniques
- Muscular, strength and endurance
- Flexibility
- Choreography
Studio Instructor - Week 2 of DSI
(for existing Level 2 students ETM qualified students)
- Premier Step
- Premier Combat
- Premier Sculpt
- Premier Studio Cycle
- Advanced Instructor
Entry Requirements
No prior qualifications are required for the Diploma in Studio Instruction. However, a reasonable level of fitness is required as physical participation is essential. Experience within a gym environment is recommended though not necessary. Reading, writing and numeracy skills are required as students will be expected to actively present work to the group and provide written work as part of the ongoing assessment process. If you already hold an Exercise to Music qualification you can join week 2 to gain the Diploma in Studio Instruction. Minimum age, 16. See Length and Format of Course below for full requirements of each module.
NB For insurance to practise as an Aerobics Instructor you will need a current First Aid certificate. This is a one day course offered at all of Premier’s training venues.
Length and Format of Course
Diploma in Studio Instruction (Add Diploma in Studio Instruction to Basket)
2 weeks online learning with theory exam
10 days face to face attendance (following the 2 weeks online learning)
1 day assessment 5 weeks after attendance
Exercise to Music for non Level 2 students (Add online learning for Exercise to Music and Exercise to Music - Week 1 of DSI to basket)
2 weeks online learning with theory exam
10 days face to face attendance (following the 2 weeks online learning)
1 day assessment 6 weeks after attendance
Exercise to Music for Level 2 students (Add Exercise to Music - Week 1 of DSI to basket)
5 days face to face attendance
1 day assessment 6 weeks after attendance
Studio Instruction for exisitng Level 2 Exercise to Music Students (Add Studio Instruction - Week 2 of DSI to basket)
5 days face to face attendance
Assessment (General)
- Portfolio of evidence to include risk assessment, safety planning document, ParQ screening, worksheet, session plan for an exercise to music session, session evaluation, direct observation of candidate instructing an exercise to music session
- Multiple choice theory paper
- Formative assessment of Premier Training International modules (step, combat and cycle)
Next Steps
Six months after completing the course, students may apply to attend the Premier Training International Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Instructing (Exercise to Music).
Course Price
As this course consists of various attendance days at a Premier venue we have produced a PDF to help make your choice even easier.
View the course dates PDF
Once you have made your choice, simply choose the 'select venue' option below. You will then be taken to a page to add your course to the basket with your preffered venue choice.
For payment and finance options please contact the Customer Service Team
on 0845 1 90 90 90.
| Diploma in Studio Instruction (DSI) (online, week 1 & week 2) |
Full Time |
£995.00 |
Select Venue |
| Online Learning for Exercise to Music |
Online |
£149.00 |
Add to basket |
| Exercise to Music - Week 1 of DSI |
Full Time |
£510.00 |
Select Venue |
| Studio Instructor - Week 2 of DSI |
Full Time |
£399.00 |
Select Venue |
