One way you can enter the fitness industry is through a personal trainer internship. This is a great way to gain valuable skills and experience when starting your career.

We’ll explore why personal trainer internships may be right for you and how you can decide on the best way to start your new career.

Table Of Contents:

• What Are Personal Trainer Internships?
• Why Should You Pursue A Personal Trainer Internship?
• How To Find Personal Training Internships?
• #1 – Check Job Listings Sites
• #2 – Contact Gyms
• #3 – Contact Personal Trainers Directly
• #4 – Check Out Government Websites
• Personal Training Internships vs Vocational Training: Which Is Right For Me?
• #1 – Availability
• #2 – Entry Requirements
• #3 – Flexibility
• #4 – Practical Experience
• #5 – Cost
• #6 – Career Outcomes
• Are Personal Trainer Internships And Apprenticeships The Same Thing?
• Before You Go!

But first, if you’re passionate about kickstarting a career in fitness OriGym’s Personal Training Diploma should be your first choice. Gain vital experience and knowledge required to train clients 1-to-1 with bespoke workout programmes. 

What Are Personal Trainer Internships?

Personal trainer internships are programmes which allow those who want to pursue a career as a PT to gain valuable work experience in a gym or health club setting – you may also see these referred to as health and fitness internships.

These personal trainer internships teach aspiring or newly qualified PTs how to successfully conduct training sessions and the best way to help clients achieve their goals.

However, you should be aware the requirements of each programme can vary. For example, this Personal Trainer Internship below from Universal Fitness is a fully funded training opportunity:

This means your Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer qualifications will be paid for by your employer while you work at the facility. 

However, this won’t be the case for every PT internship. Certain establishments will require you to be fully qualified prior to the internship so you can shadow those with more experience. Keep in mind, some gyms may not advertise these opportunities publicly and you may have to contract them directly – think of it as more of a voluntary role.

With this in mind, be sure to check these requirements before as they will vary from each establishment.

Why Should You Pursue A Personal Trainer Internship?

Personal trainer internships are a great way to gain hands-on experience and decide if this career is the right fit for you. Not only is this an ideal opportunity to improve or develop your knowledge but it allows you to build up your professional network.

For example, by interacting with mentors and colleagues who have prior industry experience, you can learn valuable business skills in areas such as gym maintenance, communication and client retention.

Working with experienced personal trainers can also give you a greater understanding of how the industry works. You may receive valuable tips such as how to succeed in interviews or how to kickstart a business of your own.  

Pursuing these internships will also be incredibly beneficial if you’re considering a career change to personal training . You’ll get to see typical duties and responsibilities which will help you decide if this career move is the right one. 

It can also help you determine which clients and demographics you most enjoy working with, allowing you to decide on a potential specialisation. Find out more about this with our article ‘Top Personal Trainer Specialties’. 

How To Find Personal Training Internships

#1 – Check Job Listings Sites

One of the easiest ways to see if any gyms in your area are offering health and fitness internships is to check out online jobs boards such as:

• Indeed
• Glassdoor
• Active Careers
• Reed

Personal Trainer job opportunities will be posted by companies, detailing the role, any requirements, and pay if applicable, such as the example below:

Most job listings will also provide details of roles and responsibilities. You can then easily send your CV to the company either manually or by uploading it to your profile.

#2 – Contact Gyms

Another way to get a personal training internship is to simply reach out to gyms and contact them about any opportunities they may have. Research some local gyms in your area by checking out their websites and customer reviews.

If they don’t have any current personal trainer internships, you could alternatively ask to shadow their employees. You can do this by emailing or phoning the gym. However, some may require you to submit an application or personal statement before they accept you to shadow their PTs.

We’ll help you get started – check out our article ‘9 Best Gyms To Work For As A Personal Trainer’.

#3 – Contact Personal Trainers Directly

You can also contact personal trainers directly and ask them for internship opportunities. This is a great idea if you want to specialise in a particular area of fitness such as weight loss or training elderly clients.

Shadowing or watching a personal trainer who works in areas you want to pursue is a good way to learn tips and understand the best way to deal with training certain clients. You can find relevant personal trainers to you by checking out social media profiles or their websites.

To find out more about developing your skills as a PT further, check out our article: Continuing Education For Personal Trainers.

#4 – Check Out Government Websites

To find a personal training internship, you can also take a look at websites such as Gov.UK for opportunities. These listed roles will allow you to gain a qualification through different organisations that offer programmes to people who meet the specific criteria.

However, as these might be listed as ‘apprenticeships’, you may need to research these in more detail to ensure they apply to you.

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Before we continue, these articles below may be of interest to you:

• How to Become a Personal Trainer in 6 Steps
• How To Get Personal Training Work Experience
• Best Personal Training Courses in the UK

Personal Training Internships vs Vocational Training: Which Is Right For Me?

Right now, you may be unsure of whether you should pursue a personal trainer internship or vocational training. Vocational training focuses on courses which focus on practical skills and experience rather than exams with the aim of preparing you for a specific career.

Both offer valuable routes for getting into the fitness industry, but one may be a better fit for you over the other. 

Here’s 6 points to consider when weighing up your options:

#1 – Availability

Although PT internships are available, they’re difficult to come across. Whilst the job opportunities are there but they are often limited in terms of their frequency and how many spaces are available.

For example, an employer may only be hiring one potential candidate, which means you’d have to compete against others in order to qualify. Alternatively, employers may choose to prioritise creating apprenticeships instead, which is an entirely different process.

This is why Personal Trainer Courses are a great option for those looking to break into the health and fitness industry. These courses are readily available, with hundreds of students enrolling every day.

Courses such as our Personal Trainer Diploma allow you to gain qualifications needed to break into industry (both Level 2 and Level 3 respectively) whilst also gaining the necessary practical experience.

#2 – Entry Requirements

Many personal training internships will require you to interview for the position. This will be treated similar to a job interview, where you will need to compete with other candidates for the job vacancy. 

In contrast, vocational training providers will have their own entry requirements in place, but these will be significantly more flexible and won’t require an interview.

For example, to enrol on OriGym’s Level 3 Personal Training Course, you will first need to obtain a Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification and be aged 16+. This in part, is why our PT Diploma is so popular, as it combines both of these courses together. 

#3 – Flexibility

If you prefer to work at your own pace, vocational courses will be more suited to you. For example, our Online Personal Trainer Courses are great for those who prefer to study independently.

Once enrolled, students will be able to learn at their own pace, completing virtual coursework and assessments with no fixed deadlines to meet. 

Whereas most personal trainer internships will provide you with set hours they expect you to work. Again, this will be similar to a job, and you will be expected to work all your allotted shifts.  This can be more difficult if you have other work or family commitments, especially if you’re shadowing PTs.

#4 – Practical Experience

People often choose internships as they want hands-on experience, believing that vocational training is all theoretical learning. However, this is simply not the case – vocational training students can also get hands-on practical experience working in the gym too. 

At OriGym, students can attend practical workshops from our training venues located around the UK. These weekend sessions provide great opportunities to work with likeminded individuals on their course and get beneficial face to face feedback from expert tutors. 

Additionally, OriGym students will also be assessed practically too, in order to ensure that they can meet the physical demands of the position. 

must complete practical assessments and attend workshops at one of our venues. This is so our students are provided with this practical experience to help them succeed in the fitness industry.

#5 – Cost

When it comes to vocational courses vs a personal trainer internship, you should be aware you do have to pay for courses to gain these qualifications and experience.

However, providers will often have payment plans or allow you to spread the cost of your course over a series of months. For example, our students have the option to set up a payment plan with 0% finance and no guarantor.

For further insight into this topic, check out our article exploring ‘How Much Does It Cost to Become a Personal Trainer’.

#6 – Career Outcomes

Most people view a personal training internship objective as securing a job afterwards. However, keep in mind that unless stated otherwise in the application, employers are under no obligation to hire, or even interview you for a full-time position at the end of your programme. 

You should be aware course providers like OriGym offer career support following the completion of your qualification. This includes a guaranteed job interview with one of our corporate partners. 

Even better, gaining your qualifications and experience from a provider rather than an employer gives you much more freedom to choose where you work. You could even decide to kickstart your own business, with expert resources provided to you upon completion, rather than being largely limited to the place you did your internship.

Are Personal Trainer Internships And Apprenticeships The Same Thing?

Apprenticeships are paid positions and typically last a longer period of time than an internship. Most apprenticeships will be listed on the Gov.UK website, as shown in this example below:

Paid PT internships are harder to come by and most of these will be in the form of ‘shadowing’, meaning you’re less likely to be paid. Internships have more of a focus on providing students and recent graduates with practical experience and career options. These are usually seen as less of a job than apprenticeships and more of a way to enhance your skills & experience.

You should also be aware some companies may use the two words interchangeably. Make sure you read the listing carefully and understand what kind of role it is, such as whether you’ll be getting paid or are considered a personal trainer intern and simply shadowing.

To find out more about this, check out our article on Personal Trainer Apprenticeships Explained.

Before You Go!

Want to get started with our vocational qualifications? Our Personal Trainer Diploma combines the necessary Level 2 and Level 3, making it the cheapest and fastest option for you to get qualified and begin an exciting career!Find out what else we offer by downloading our course prospectus here.

HYROX gyms combine both running and functional work stations, training participants to run 1km then complete 1 functional workout station, repeated 8 times. 

Any gym can become a HYROX affiliate gym and we’ll break down how you can turn yours into one!

Table of Contents:

• What is a HYROX Partner Gym?
• How to Become a HYROX Affiliate Gym
• Rights & Benefits of Becoming a HYROX Partner Gym
• What Events Can HYROX Affiliated Gyms Host?
• Do Your Employees Need To Be Qualified to Become a HYROX Affiliate Gym?

But before we get started, if you’re looking to advance your career as a gym owner, check out our Level 4 Personal Trainer Courses to continue developing your skills and knowledge. Find out more by downloading our course prospectus here.

What is a HYROX Partner Gym?

The HYROX Gym Affiliation Program is a partnership that gyms can apply for in order to become a part of the brand’s growing community.

Once approved, affiliated gyms are provided with the services, tools, and other benefits to successfully integrate HYROX into their programming. This can help to grow said business through lead generation, member retention and HROX partner promotions. 

HYROX benefits your gym with the tools necessary to host their classes, training days, and programmes. Discounts and benefits from HYROX partner brands as well as marketing and communication support are all provided too.

Members also benefit from this affiliate programme by gaining entry discount codes, official HYROX classes, training, and advice as well as access to the HYROX partner gym area at their specific events.

What is The Difference Between a HYROX Affiliate TRAINING CLUB vs PERFORMANCE CENTRE?

If you want your venue to become a HYROX partner gym there are 2 different options you can apply for.

• HYROX AFFILIATE TRAINING CLUBS
• HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRES 

Both of these options are considered to be ‘partners’ but the requirements for each differ. 

We should start by saying, all gyms can become a HYROX TRAINING CLUB. However, only premium venues will meet the necessary requirements in order to become PERFORMANCE CENTRES. 

Let’s look at both of these affiliation options and their unique requirements, in order to understand whether you’re eligible. 

How to Become a HYROX Affiliate Gym?

Become a HYROX TRAINING CLUB

As a gym owner, you’ll be happy to know any gym is suitable to become a HYROX partner gym. HYROX themselves state on their website:

 Any kind of gym is suitable to become a HYROX TRAINING CLUB. Your inspiration and our expertise will be the ultimate combination for success. Whether you are a small individual gym or a large chain, the HYROX TRAINING CLUB belongs in any gym.

However, there are three steps you need to follow first to become a HYROX TRAINING CLUB:

#1 – Ensure Your Gym Meets The Standards

To become a HYROX TRAINING CLUB, the first thing you’ll need to check is if you have the right equipment so you can effectively run their programmes. 

HYROX provides a detailed breakdown of what equipment you’ll need and this includes:

• Treadmills or space to run 1k: Treadmills or running machines are ideal, but if you have an open space large enough for clients to train for their 1km run that will work too. 
• SkiErg Machine: This is for the first station which requires a 1000m pull.
• Sled Push, Sled Track and Bumper Plates: This station requires a 50m sled push and the sled weight will vary between 102kg – 202kg. They also suggest a good quality sled and bumper plates or a 100m sled track.
• Sled Pull: Similar to the Sled push , you will need the sled, sled track and bumpers but also a rope for this station.
• Rowing Machine: HYROX recommends a Concept2 rower.
• Kettlebells: For the competition you need weights of 2 x 16kg, 2x 24kg , 2 x 32 kg for the Farmer’s Carry.
• Sandbags: You will need 10kg, 20kg, 20kg, 30kg.
• Wall Balls: You will need 4kg, 6kg, 6kg, 9kg.

Although this may seem like a lot of equipment to have or purchase, these are needed to effectively run these sessions at your own gym.

Two of the main questions HYROX requires gym owners to consider is:

1. Is your equipment and gym space suitable to facilitate HYROX classes?
2. Is there enough space to host a smaller scaled down HYROX event?

If you answered yes to these questions, this may be an excellent opportunity to expand your business.

#2 –  Apply Via HYROX365 Account

Next, you’ll have to create a HYROX365 account. You can do this by signing up to the HYROX365 Portal. Once done, you can activate your account by using the verification code – If you don’t receive it, check your spam folder!

Once you’ve logged into your HYROX365 account, you can click the button at the bottom labelled ‘BECOME A HYROX TRAINING CLUB TODAY’. You can then e-sign the online affiliation agreement to begin this process. 

This is where you can choose whether you want to pay your affiliate fee on a monthly or yearly basis. 

Following these steps, you’ll be prompted to sign an electronic affiliate agreement. A preview of what this contract looks like can be found here.

If you’d like to find out more information about becoming a HYROX TRAINING CLUB, you can do so by emailing them at affiliate.dach@hyrox.com. 

#3 – Activate Account & Pay The Affiliate Fee

Once you’ve created your profile and signed the agreement, you’ll then need to activate your account – This process is important and cannot be skipped!

You’ll need to fill out the check out process by providing your billing address and payment details, in order to finalise your registration and secure your position as a HYROX TRAINING CLUB

The cost of this affiliation is not promoted on the UK site, however, the HYROX’s EU site states that this comes in at €90 per month.

You can find out more information about becoming a HYROX TRAINING CLUB here.

How to Become a HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRE

HYROX states their PERFORMANCE CENTRES:

The gold standard training solution within the HYROX world and includes geographic area exclusivity for operators and access to innovative new features and equipment developed with CENTR to access new paradigms of performance for HYROX athletes.

Keep in mind that whilst HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRES can advertise and market their services using the brand’s trademarked name, they are not franchises, they are still independent businesses.  

To become a HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRE, you must have at least 180 square metres of dedicated floor space. This is to ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and capacity to effectively carry out this training. HYROX has designed the floor plan to ensure functionality and adaptability.

These PERFORMANCE CENTRES also utilise official HYROX CENTRE Competition- and Concept2 equipment to replicate the exact equipment used on race day. Rogue Fitness provide equipment to meet the needs of HYOX athletes and for this purpose, they stock:

• Concept2 Rower
• Kettlebells
• Medicine Balls
• Treadmills
• Ski Erg
• Sleds
• Sandbags

HYROX will also offer a draft design service as part of the business case review stage. All successful applicants will work closely with the HYROX design and onboarding team to ensure a seamless launch or integration.

The monthly cost for operating a HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRE is $295. This initial investment for equipment depends on the size of your space and the number of athletes per class. However, you can get more information and a quote by contacting HYROX.

Check out the official HYROX PERFORMANCE CENTRE page to find out more.

Rights & Benefits of Becoming a HYROX Partner Gym

The rights and benefits of becoming a HYROX partner gym apply to both TRAINING CLUBS & PERFORMANCE CENTRES.

Rights:

• HYROX TRAINING + Classes – Offer accessible HYROX Group Classes to your members.
• HYROX TRAINING CLUB Title Rights – Include the TRAINING CLUB title in your gym name and business communication.
• HYROX and HYROX365 – Use the HYROX brand and approved imagery in print and digital marketing materials.

Benefits:

• HYROX TRAINING CLUB Finder – Be featured on the official TRAINING CLUB Finder in the HYROX website.
• Monetise HYROX Training & In-House Competitions
• Host and Conduct Training Sessions – Use the HYROX name to run classes that draw in fitness enthusiasts.
• Organise Small Events – Utilize the HYROX brand for in-house competitions, ensuring clarity that these are not official HYROX events.
• Run PFT and Benchmark Workouts – Engage your clients with structured fitness challenges.
• Access to group training, Performance Hub, and the Academy.

Some other benefits of becoming a HYROX Partner Gym include:

• Early bird access to HYROX events across the world.
• Attract new customers who are interested.
• Increase revenue streams.
• Access to HYROX Training Days – You can send members of your team to upskill as these training days provide newcomers with the knowledge and skills necessary to crush HYROX competitions.

According to HYROX, some things to expect on these training days include:

• Education: Athletes will learn about the structure and demands of HYROX events, including the specific movements and strategies necessary for success.
• Skill Development: Focused training sessions will allow participants to practice key techniques essential for competing.
• Training Tools: Attendees will receive guidance on creating effective training plans tailored to their individual needs and goals.
• Connection: Specifically designed to bring together a bunch of like-minded HYROX enthusiasts to enjoy an epic day of training, connecting and all-round good vibes.

What Events Can HYROX Affiliated Gyms Host?

When you become a HYROX partner gym, you can host various events such as:

• Race Sims – These are training events which mimic the intensity and structure of a real HYROX competition.
• Training Sessions – This training turns the fundamentals of a HYROX race into a well-rounded approach to performance fitness that caters to not just HYROX participants, but any athlete, and empowers coaches to take a holistic view on an athlete’s physical and mental fitness journey.
• HYROX PFT – The Physical Fitness Test is another way that allows you to host HYROX events as this in-gym-only test means athletes can benchmark their fitness level and determine their matching HYORX race level.

Do Your Employees Need To Be Qualified to Become a HYROX Affiliate Gym?

Not every employee will need to hold a HYROX qualification, just those who will be teaching the classes.

In order to teach HYROX classes, you first need to hold:

• Level 2 Gym Instructor
• Level 3 Personal Trainer

These are both the minimum requirements needed to get onto the HYROX foundation course and complete the following courses:

• HYROX FOUNDATION – This serves as an introduction to HYROX and is needed to become a HYROX Group Instructor.
• HYROX Level 1 – This is designed for aspiring and experienced coaches aiming to elevate their coaching skills and athletic performance.

The HYROX FOUNDATION course is $49 plus taxes. Students on this course will learn all the HYROX fundamentals, receive a 12 week training programme, learn about the HYROX365 training concept and start your coaching journey.

HYROX Level 1 is $499 plus taxes and prepares coaches on a serious level to develop a personal coaching philosophy that inspires and elevates athletes. Students will also gain invaluable insights and tools to help you grow as a coach.

You will also acquire strategies and concepts needed to optimize your coaching process, make a lasting impact on your athletes, and advance your career as a certified coach.

Before You Go!

Now you know how you can become a HYROX partner gym, what’s stopping you from getting started?

To continue developing your career as a gym owner, advance with our Level 4 Personal Trainer Courses today. Alternatively, download our course prospectus to see exactly what else we can offer you.

This article will compare the best sports massage courses in the UK, examining factors such as accreditations, reviews and career services, to ensure you get the best value for your money. Specifically, we’ll cover:

Contents:

• The Best Sports Massage Courses in the UK Compared
• What Factors Legitimise The Best Sports Massage Courses?
• Get Value For Your Money When Choosing an SMT Course
• The Best Sports Massage Courses in the UK Provide Practical Experience
• The Best Sports Massage Courses Will Have Quality Virtual Learning Resources
• Tutors Play an Integral Role in the Best Sports Massage Courses
• The Best Sports Massage Course Providers Will Offer Career Support
• Location Can Determine What SMT Course is Best For You
• The Best Sports Massage Courses Will Have Good Reviews

However, if you already have your mind set on a training course provider and are curious about the next steps, read our detailed guide on ‘How to Become a Sports Massage Therapist’.

You can also enquire about our Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course today or download our prospectus to find out why we’re one of the highest rated course providers in the UK!

The Best Sports Massage Courses in the UK Compared

The first thing you should do when deciding on the best sports massage courses in the UK is to conduct wider research on a range of training providers. This means you shouldn’t just settle on the cheapest option or one with high reviews.

It’s important to have a well rounded overview of different courses so you can truly find the right qualification for you. Examples of things you should ask when looking at sports massage courses include:

• How much is it?
• Is the course regulated?
• Do you get practical experience?
• Are there packages offered?
• Is there post course support?
• What are the reviews like?

To help with your decision, we’ve conducted research into 6 of the best sports massage courses and their providers. In this article, we’ll examine the factors listed in the table below in greater detail, highlighting why they are important for the overall quality of a sports massage course.

What Factors Legitimise The Best Sports Massage Courses?

When researching the best sports massage courses in the UK, there are various factors which help confirm whether these courses meet industry standards. Let’s break these down!

#1 – Awarded by Focus Awards

In the UK, there are 4 major awarding bodies or governing bodies for the health and fitness industry:

• Focus Awards
• YMCA Awards
• Active IQ
• NCFE

The majority of the fitness industry are certified by these awarding bodies. When your course is completed, the awarding body will appear on your certificate.

The best sports massage course will always be awarded by legitimate governing bodies. While employers don’t prioritise one awarding body over another, they will certainly check the legitimacy of your qualification when hiring you.

#2 – Ofqual Regulation

Ofqual (the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is similar to the organisation Ofsted. It is responsible for regulating all vocational training qualifications in the UK.

Although individual training providers deliver the qualification, Ofqual sets out:

• The content of the course
• How the course is taught 
• How students are assessed 
• How the curriculum is set out

The reason for this is to ensure consistency across the fitness industry. This is so whichever provider a student chooses, they can be assured the education standard of their course meets the national standard. For example, a Level 3 Sports Massage Course will always be ‘Level 3’.

As all awarding bodies must report to Ofqual, these are then catalogued in their official registry as you can see below:

This registry is crucial for checking whether your chosen qualification is considered among the best sports massage courses in the UK.

#3 – Why Are These Factors Important?

If your qualification isn’t regulated by Ofqual, it’s unlikely employers will consider it legitimate. This is because employers will specifically ask for a Level 3 qualification such as this job advertisement from Willow Chiropractic below:

The qualification being labelled ‘Level 3’ shows it’s a legitimate course and adheres to the highest standards of the health and fitness industry.

Get Value For Your Money When Choosing an SMT Course

When researching the best sports massage courses in the UK, it’s important to take your own financial situation into consideration when settling on a provider such as the ones shown below:

As you can see, OriGym is on the lower end of pricing. However, while FitAsylum has the lowest price, they have the lowest number of reviews.

You should keep in mind, cheaper doesn’t always mean better. If something is too good to be true, it usually is! The factors mentioned in the table earlier are reasons why some courses are more expensive than others.

Quality of the learning materials, study options, and post course support are all factors which influence the price of a sports massage course.

However, more expensive courses don’t always reflect the quality of the course either. More expensive providers will often accept government ‘Advanced Learner Loans’ as funding. While some students feel this makes the price justified, this will come at an additional cost.

Check The SMT Course Providers Payment Plan Options

You should be aware, the best sports massage will offer payment plans to make their courses more affordable. This allows you to spread the cost of the course and repay in manageable chunks rather than pay for it upfront in one go.

As we at OriGym want health and fitness education to be accessible for all, we have the option of payment plans. However, not all providers offer this so you should be aware of having to pay a lump sum.

Quality Sports Massage Courses Will Never Hide Fees

Even some of the best sports massage course providers will have hidden fees. These can be extra costs depending on the provider, but may include:

• Exams
• Resits
• Certification Fees
• Administration Fees

At OriGym, we offer free unlimited resits for our students and no hidden fees, meaning the price of the course is exactly what you’ll pay!

The Best Sports Massage Courses in the UK Provide Practical Experience

During your research of the best sports massage course providers, you should consider ones with practical experience which is very important with a practice like sports massage therapy.

The best course providers will offer workshops to develop these skills as gaining practical experience is necessary to develop your knowledge.

For example, OriGym offers unlimited workshops, to ensure our students are more than equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in this industry.

The Best Sports Massage Courses Will Have Quality Virtual Learning Resources

You should also examine the quality of learning materials for the course providers you’re interested in. When studying, you’ll want a course which keeps you engaged and this is often done by having a range of materials.

Engaging materials such as videos, online lectures, and interactive eLearning highlight the quality of a course. At OriGym, students learn through our award nominated eLearning platform ‘Student Zone’. 

By providing different materials, we aim to keep our students engaged, making it much more likely they will build and consolidate their knowledge.

Tutors Play an Integral Role in the Best Sports Massage Courses

The best sports massage courses will be taught by fully qualified and experienced professionals who have worked in the industry. Having qualified professionals who have also been through the same journey as their students is crucial.

Tutors will be able to provide more support and understand exactly what students need to succeed as they can draw from their own experiences. For example, all tutors at OriGym have qualifications in the subjects they teach as well as previous industry work experience.

You will also want to have plenty of support from your tutors and be able to reach out to them regarding your studies. 

At OriGym, our students can contact tutors 7 days a week through:

• Email
• Phone
• Chatbox

This is why it’s important to check with the level of support even the best sports massage courses provide as this can make a difference between passing and failing your course!

The Best Sports Massage Course Providers Will Offer Career Support

Not only should you research the quality of the course itself but it’s also important to see what support you receive post qualifying. The best sports massage courses will not only provide quality education but also career services to help graduates succeed in the future.

It’s important to prepare students for their career which is why OriGym offers:

• Mock interviews
• Free marketing & business course
• CV analysis and distribution
• Alumni discounts on industry-leading products
• Guaranteed job interviews with corporate partners

Check out our table below to see what career services you’ll receive from each provider and who will prepare you for success:

As you can see, there’s reasons as to how we’ve helped 92% of OriGym students find employment after graduating.

Location Can Determine What SMT Course Is Best For You

Where a course is located is important to consider when researching the best sports massage courses in the UK. As practical experience is crucial for developing your skills and knowledge, you’ll want a provider with multiple accessible locations.

Some providers may only have one fixed location, making it more difficult for students to attend sessions. For example, if you’re looking for the best sports massage course in London, you’ll want locations which are easy to reach, especially if you’re attending multiple workshops or assessments.

For example, OriGym has multiple UK locations, reducing the distance our students need to travel for their practical sessions.

The Best Sports Massage Courses Will Have Good Reviews

A great way to gain an overall understanding of the quality of a sports massage course provider is to check out company reviews. This allows you to receive first hand accounts of a student’s experience and how they found the course.

To find accurate reviews, you should check impartial sites such as:

• Google Reviews
• Trustpilot

To leave reviews on these sites, you have to be a verified customer, meaning the amount of false information is limited. Comparing the best sports massage courses in the UK through reviews means you can see how popular a provider is.

For example, take a look at our comparison table below:

As you can see, OriGym has nearly 4,000 reviews with a score of 4.9 on Trustpilot, making us the highest-rated training provider in the UK.

Before You Go!

When it comes to comparing the best sports massage courses, you should settle on a provider who equips you with the necessary services to ensure success in the industry.

Get started with our Level 3 Sports Massage Course today if you not only want to qualify with a reputable course provider but join the 92% of our graduates who go on to find work in the industry.

Learn more about our qualifications by downloading our complete course prospectus here.

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• Can I Change Careers at 40?
• Are There Any Benefits to a Career Change Later in Life?
• 5 Midlife Career Change Ideas
• How to Take the Plunge and Change Careers at 40
• FAQs

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Can I Change Careers at 40?

Absolutely, a career change at 40 isn’t too late and you wouldn’t be the first to consider the move. According to TechReport, 21% of workers aged 40 to 49 have considered a career change.

In fact, it’s an ideal point in your life to make a change as you’ll have a better sense of self, including what professional goals you want to achieve and what sectors interest you. This will make the jump less intimidating, as you’ll be pursuing a position that genuinely interests you. 

From your previous career you’ll also have plenty of transferable skills, including:

• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Communication 
• Project Management

Prior interview experience will also greatly benefit you, as you’ll have a better understanding of what employers are looking for and how to remain calm during the process.

Are There Any Benefits to a Career Change Later in Life?

Research has shown people making later-life career shifts had less stress, increased emotional well-being, and were likely to say they ‘felt like a new person’. While we understand a career change at 40 may seem overwhelming, there are plenty of benefits to starting a new job later in life and we’ll break some of these down:

#1 You Can Find a Role That Aligns with Your Lifestyle and Goals 

Many people change careers as a stepping stone towards a larger professional goal, for example, they may have an interest or hobby that they wish to pursue. 

A great example of this is the health and fitness industry, as enthusiasts often become interested enough to make a career out of their passion. This is often because of how much it aligns with their lifestyle and becomes a large part of it. 

If you’re spending most of your time engaging in an interest, why not turn it into your career?

#2 A Career Change Can Renew Your Passion

Changing your career can reignite your enthusiasm in a particular past interest that has been lost with your current job role. Changing your career allows you to pursue work that aligns much more with your current lifestyle, values, and goals, allowing for a fresh start with new challenges and learning opportunities.

#3 You Can Earn More Money

A career change at 40 can also be financially rewarding, for example you could earn additional qualifications that increase your job opportunities and earning prospects. 

Additionally, you could also decide to pursue freelance / self-employed work and set your own prices. With an uncapped earning potential, you can earn a significantly higher wage than your previous contracted role. 

Does being your own boss interest you? Take a look at our article ‘How to Become a Self-Employed Personal Trainer’ to find out more.

5 Midlife Career Change Ideas

When it comes to deciding on your dream career, you should focus on what you enjoy doing the most. Although you may be interested in the highest paying jobs, you should prioritise a job that will make you happy. 

1 – HR Manager

A Head of Resources or HR Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping an organisation’s culture, driving talent management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. They also manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations. Key responsibilities include cultivating a positive work environment, resolving conflicts, and maintaining policies that support both employee satisfaction and productivity.

Qualifications: Generally, there are no formal qualifications necessary to become a HR Manager, the requirements can differ depending on the employer. However, experience is often the most important requirement. On average employers typically ask for at least  3 – 5 years of experience in a general HR role such as a HR Specialist or HR Assistant.

Average Salary: According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a HR Manager is £42,707 per year. However, these salaries will vary according to where the company is located as well as the specific industry the company is a part of.

2 – Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Agents act as a facilitator in property transactions, representing buyers, sellers, or sometimes both in the process of buying, selling, or renting properties. They also provide expertise on market trends and property values.. Real estate agents also handle negotiations, paperwork, and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Many real estate agents set their own schedules, making the role much more flexible. As this career follows a commission-based income, there is a high earning potential, especially for top performers.

Qualifications: Although there are no set qualifications to become a real estate agent, certain ones may make you more desirable over other candidates. For example, it may help if you have a degree or national diploma in a subject such as business studies or property development or management. You can also become a real estate agent through an apprenticeship.

Average Salary: Starting salary of £20,000 rising to £40,000 for those who are more experienced. As real estate agents work on commission, they have a basic salary as well as a percentage of the rental or sale price of any property they sell or rent.

3 – Personal Trainer

If you’re considering a career change at 40 and have a passion for fitness, why not become a personal trainer. This role involves creating and delivering bespoke training programmes to individual clients and small groups, helping clients to achieve specific health and fitness goals

Helping clients achieve their fitness goals and improve both physically and mentally will provide you with immense job satisfaction. Even better, you’ll be staying fit and healthy while you work!

Qualifications: To become a personal trainer in the UK you need to hold a Level 3 Personal Training Diploma. This is a minimum requirement that will need to be completed before any reputable employer considers you.

Average Salary: According to Glassdoor, personal trainers in the UK can earn anywhere between £20,000 to £38,000. However, this figure varies depending on location and whether you’re in contracted employment, work freelance, or are self employed. 

For more information on this, check out our article: Personal Trainer Salary Explained.

4 – Copywriter

Copywriters are responsible for creating persuasive, engaging, and clear content across various platforms to promote either a brand, product, or service. This role involves writing advertisements, website copy, and social media posts. You will help ensure the messaging aligns with the brand’s voice and appeals to the target audience.

Not only is this a career change where you can express your creativity but there are also plenty of opportunities for freelance work, meaning you can increase your earning potential.

Qualifications: Although a specific degree isn’t mandatory, many copywriters have a bachelor’s in subjects such as English, Communications, Marketing, or Journalism. It’s also crucial you have strong writing skills, some familiarity with marketing principles and understand basic SEO. 

Average Salary: According to Indeed, the average salary of a copywriter is £29,702. However, this figure varies depending on location and the company you work for. You can also choose to go freelance, meaning you can take on more work and increase your earning potential.

5 – Yoga Instructor

If you choose to become a yoga instructor, you will lead classes that guide students through physical poses, breathing exercises, and mindfulness practices. Their role involves demonstrating and instructing yoga postures, assisting with correct alignment, and creating a safe, inclusive environment for participants to explore their practice.

Not only does this career change at 40 mean you’ll be helping others both physically and mentally, you’ll also be improving your own body and mind through your own practice.

Qualifications: You will need the minimum of a Level 3 Diploma in Yoga. As this is an entry level course, you don’t need any prior qualifications or experience to enrol. Most employers will require applicants to have completed a certain number of guided training hours.  

Average Salary: The salary of a yoga instructor varies depending on factors such as location and type of employment. However, Glassdoor gives the average yearly salary as £27,493. This can vary anywhere between £21,000 – £36,000.

If you want to learn more, check out our article: Yoga Teacher Salary Explained.

How to Take the Plunge and Change Careers at 40

According to the American Institute for Economic Research, 90% of career changes reported feeling happier, less stressed, and successful overall.

To chase this bright future, you can start by assessing your current skill set to determine which ones are transferable to the careers you’re interested in. This will help you decide if you’re right for the position. 

It’s also important to consider contacting people you know have made a career change later in life. You can see them as mentors who can provide you with advice and help you transition smoothly into the next stage of your life. Speaking to others who have done something similar will give you the confidence to take the plunge!

If you can afford to take a pay cut, don’t be afraid of doing so either. When thinking about a career change at 40, it’s important to be aware you may need to make some sacrifices.

Starting fresh at an entry level position in your chosen career means you will likely be on less money than your current career. However, getting your foot in the door of your dream job is the most important thing.

FAQs

1 – Are There Any Challenges When Changing Careers In Your 40s?

Changing careers in your 40s can present challenges such as adapting to a new work environment, competing with younger candidates, and potentially starting at a lower level or salary. 

However, as mentioned above, many people successfully transition by leveraging their existing skills, gaining new qualifications, and networking strategically. You will work out your own way of overcoming these obstacles.

2 – Will I Experience Age Bias? 

You may encounter some age bias when switching to a career. However, you should be aware that under the Equality Act 2010, it is illegal to discriminate against a person because of their age.

Many employers will actually prefer a seasoned candidate with plenty of transferable skills and experience, highlighting how your maturity is an asset. 

For example, in the health and fitness sector there is a growing demand for fitness professionals who cater to older demographics. In this situation, you can emphasise your age when marketing your service.

3 – What If I Have Young Children?

Although changing careers at 40 with young children may seem daunting, it can be achieved  with careful planning. You should consider career options that offer flexibility, remote work, or a hybrid model, allowing you to balance family needs.

You can also look at freelance work as this offers plenty of flexibility and allows you to be your own boss. For some inspiration, check out our article on the ‘How to Become a Freelance Personal Trainer’. 

It’s also important to build a support network for childcare and also evaluate finances to ensure stability during the transition. Many find that this change can ultimately lead to greater fulfilment, which benefits both you and your family in the long term.

Before You Go!

Now you know the steps to embark on a career change at 40, what are you waiting for? Get started today and follow your dream!

If you’re looking to kickstart a new career in fitness our entry-level Personal Trainer Diploma can see you qualified in as little as 4 weeks. Alternatively, by downloading our FREE course prospectus you can learn about all of OriGym’s award winning training. 

There are differences between the courses to qualify as a Level 2 Gym Instructor and an Exercise to Music Instructor. If you’re undecided about what direction to take, we’ll break down the differences between these courses and how you can choose the best one for you.

Contents:

• What Will I Learn On The ETM vs Gym Instructor Course?
• Can You Teach Group Classes with a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification?
• What are the Job Prospects of an ETM vs Gym Instructor Course?
• Progression Opportunities for ETM vs Gym Instructor Courses

To get started in the health and fitness industry, you can do this with our Level 2 Fitness Instructor. This qualifies you to work in gyms and lead group fitness classes. Download our course prospectus to find out more about how you can begin your career today!

What Will I Learn On The ETM vs Gym Instructor Course?

Our Level 2 Gym Instructor Course provides you with the skills and knowledge required to build a foundation in the fitness industry. During this course, you’ll be taught to support gym members by studying a variety of topics such as anatomy, physiology, and training.

Our Level 2 Gym Instructor Course is made up of 6 modules to help you develop this knowledge, giving you a well rounded overview to become a fitness instructor successfully.

Although the Level 2 Exercise to Music Course also provides students with similar foundational knowledge, the Level 2 Gym Instructor has extra modules including ‘Learning the Business’. This helps you understand how to market yourself as an instructor, should you decide to work freelance.

This means you’ll not only be learning the fundamentals of gym instruction but how to develop your career beyond after graduating!

When studied full time, our Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification can be completed in as little as 2 weeks. Whereas our Exercise to Music Course is only studied via blended learning, with most students taking at least 6 weeks to complete the course (on average).

This means on the Level 2 Gym Instructor Course, you can get qualified and start earning quickly while also developing more knowledge and skills, compared to the Level 2 Exercise to Music Course.

The Level 2 Gym Instructor Course can also be studied entirely online, allowing you to work this course flexibly around your current job or family commitments.

Even better, the Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualifications are both the same price. This means you can get even more out of your studies without paying extra for the more valuable qualification, that will provide you with greater professional opportunities.

Check out our table below for a quick overview of how these courses compare to one another:

Can You Teach Group Classes with a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification?

With a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification, one of your main roles will be to lead group workout classes. For example, here’s a job ad posted on Indeed for a gym instructor with Beckwith Health Club:

Most employers will list this as a necessary part of the job, regardless of whether you work full-time or freelance. This is supported by the follow job ad for a part-time Fitness Instructor position at Million Dollar Fitness:

Should you decide to become self-employed and start your own business, you’ll also be fully qualified to plan and lead your own sessions.

An example of someone who did this comes from this LinkedIn profile below from Sally Williams, a self-employed fitness instructor based in Wales:

In short, yes once you’ve completed a Level 2 Gym Instructor course you’ll be fully qualified to teach group fitness classes – regardless of how you decide to work.

What are the Job Prospects of an ETM vs Gym Instructor Course?

Teaching Group Classes

With a Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualification, you can teach group fitness classes as either an employee with a gym, on a freelance basis, or even with your own business. However, a Level 2 Gym Instructor will qualify you to do the exact same role.

Although many hiring managers will accept applicants with either of these qualifications, having the latter opens up many more opportunities for employment. Most employed jobs would have more roles than just teaching classes as you’d also be expected to work on the gym floor.

Think of it this way, it’s more beneficial for a gym or fitness centre to have an employee who can not only teach Exercise to Music, but also a range of other gym classes too. The gym will have more of an advantage hiring someone who is not just limited to only teaching Exercise to Music classes but a range of fitness sessions if necessary.

For example, having a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification will not just increase your chance of being employed by a gym, but also increase employment opportunities in other areas, such as the ones highlighted below:

Fitness Instructor

By qualifying with a Level 2 Gym Instructor, you can apply for jobs like the one posted below from Indeed:

As you can see, the ideal candidate for this position is someone who holds a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification. This highlights how having this entry level qualification is ideal for pursuing a career in the fitness industry as it opens many more doors to apply for jobs such as this.

In this role (as previously mentioned) you’ll be able to lead classes, as well as hosting gym inductions, working on the floor and liaising with members.

If you have qualified with only a Level 2 Exercise to Music, you would likely be passed over when applying for this position as opposed to someone with a broader qualification.

Sport & Leisure Fitness Assistant

Having a Level 2 Gym Instructor does not just limit you to working as a fitness instructor. For example, here’s a job advertisement for a Sport & Leisure Fitness Assistant at the University of Bradford:

As the Level 2 Gym Instructor provides a broader foundation to build on in the industry, there are more job prospects with this type of qualification such as the one above, as you aren’t as limited to just one area of fitness or one specific job.

Sales & Fitness Advisor

With a Level 2 Gym Instructor, you can even apply for roles you may not have considered, such as this one:

Although this may not be the specific area of fitness you’d like to pursue, it highlights how much employment opportunities a Level 2 Gym Instructor can provide you with as opposed to limiting yourself to just the Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualification.

Progression Opportunities for ETM vs Gym Instructor Courses

Completing a Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification provides a much broader foundation which opens up more opportunities for future progression compared to only qualifying from a Level 2 Exercise to Music Course.

Check out our list of careers below to see how you can progress with these two qualifications and what ones are required for each role:

Personal Training

To become a personal trainer, you’ll need a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification as this is an entry requirement to enrol on the Level 3 Personal Trainer Course. Having an ETM qualification is not enough to advance to the Level 3 Personal Trainer Course – meaning you’d have to take the fitness instructor course regardless!

A personal trainer is a certified individual who works on a 1-to-1 basis with a client by creating and delivering tailored training programmes to help them achieve their fitness goals. According to Indeed, the average salary of a personal trainer in the UK is £30,931.

As personal trainers can choose their type of employment, this makes it a popular career choice for those in the fitness industry. The different types of employment include:

• Contracted Employment
• Freelance
• Self-Employed

Having the opportunity to work freelance or be self employed means you can eventually choose your working hours and how many clients you train. This makes it a lucrative career as there is no limit to how many people you help!

Bootcamp Instructor

As most bootcamp instructors are self employed and run their own businesses, you can pursue this career with either a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification or Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualification.

However, the Level 2 ETM Qualification does not include a ‘Learning the Business’ module like the Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification. This is a great advantage when looking to become self employed, especially if your goal is to start a fitness boot camp business.

Bootcamp Instructors work by running individual boot camp classes on a fixed day and time while others may run set programmes that run over a number of weeks.

These are group exercise programs that combine elements of cardiovascular training, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Bootcamps are usually intense and designed to provide a full-body workout in a short period of time.

Most bootcamp instructors will work freelance or be self employed, making it a lucrative career to pursue. However, to be successful, you will need to know how to effectively market your service and bring in attendees.

Specialist Fitness Classes

Another popular choice for career progression is to develop a niche by specialising in certain fitness classes.

Although you can undertake specialist fitness classes with both of these qualifications, our Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification comes with plenty of free Continuing Professional Development Courses (CPD). These include kettlebells, bodyweight training, and medicine ball training.

By completing these additional courses, you’ll gain a plethora of knowledge which you can use to help gym goers. You can also specialise in these kinds of classes and offer them if you develop your own service.

Exercise Referral

An exercise referral specialist is somebody who is qualified to create tailored fitness programmes for people that suffer with a chronic physical condition or illness.

This could mean that a patient has one or various conditions that could be improved with physical activity. Exercise referral specialists will take referrals from GPs, the NHS and private medical practitioners respectively.

To advance onto a Level 3 Exercise Referral Course with OriGym, you need to complete a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification first. The Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualification doesn’t count towards this.

Level 4 Fitness Trainer

Becoming a Level 4 Fitness Trainer is an ideal way to become an expert in the health and fitness industry. With these qualifications, you’ll be able to focus on a specific group and target these clients specifically.

Here at OriGym, we offer Level 4 qualifications such as:

• Level 4 Lower Back Pain Management Course
• Level 4 Obesity and Weight Management Course
• Level 4 Diabetes Control & Weight Management Course

Developing a niche by completing any of the qualifications above is a great way to advance your career and progress in the fitness industry.

However, to enrol on these courses, you will need to have completed a Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification. Remember, this can only be achieved if you’ve qualified as a Level 2 Gym Instructor.

You cannot enrol with just a Level 2 Exercise to Music Qualification. This means if you wanted to progress to Level 4, you’d have to complete additional courses first.

Nutrition Coach

Although you could pursue this career with either of the qualifications above, the Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification is ideal for expanding your service to a wider group of people. This is especially true if you work in a gym and spend a lot of time on the gym floor talking to those who regularly attend.

By doing this, you can increase the number of people you market your services to as opposed to limiting yourself to one specific role.

Nutrition coaches are exercise and nutrition professionals who are qualified to provide bespoke meal plans, advice and support to clients to make healthier choices in their food and drink consumption. The guidance is aimed at helping combine diet and exercise to help clients successfully achieve their goals.

Those who become a nutrition coach will often do this alongside their other jobs in the fitness industry, such as gym instructing, personal training, etc.

Before You Go!

Now you have a clear understanding of the differences between these courses and where they can lead you, it’s time to decide on the best one for you.

Our Level 2 Gym Instructor will give you the best way to get started in the industry and embark on a rewarding career. Download our course prospectus to read more about our courses and find the right one for you.

If you’re on the lookout for the best sports massage in Glasgow this is the list for you! But don’t worry if you’re not specifically located in the city centre, as we have also included locations in Glasgow Green, West End, and Southside respectively. 

Regardless of whether you’re a professional athlete or a complete fitness newbie, receiving sports massage therapy in Glasgow can act as an effective form of fitness preparation and rehabilitation.

If you’d like to personally learn more about this practice, why not enrol on OriGym’s Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy course. 

With this course, you will be able to immediately begin working as an SMT within the wider health and fitness industry and offer the highest possible recuperation and recovery for your clients.

#1 – Fitness Is My Life (CLOSED)

• Location: 1006 Dumbarton Road, G14 9UJ
• Prices: From £35-£95

Kicking off our list of clinics offering the best sports massage in Glasgow is Fitness is My Life, located within the city centre.

Fitness is My Life aims to help clients achieve their health and fitness goals through a variety of services including:

• Cutting-edge treatments 
• Coaching techniques 
• Award-winning manual therapies

The clinic was founded by Marc Dinardo, who pursued this newfound passion for fitness after giving up a career in banking technology.  

Dinardo began this new career in Edinburgh offering outdoor fitness boot camps along with personal training sessions. 

However, upon working with a varying list of clientele Marc became determined to expand his knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, which led him towards a diploma in sports massage therapy.

This Glasgow sports massage clinic is suitable for anyone, regardless of whether you’re training for a marathon or simply spending time at your work desk. 

Despite the commonly held belief that this practice is only beneficial for individuals with severe injuries, it can also be good for treating minor nagging pains too.

For all those who are interested, Fitness is My Life offers several different types of sports therapy in Glasgow city centre, including:

• Express Sports Massage – (30 minutes) – Ideal for someone with a minor injury who wants the therapist to focus solely on that specific issue. For example, tight muscles or a minor pull.
• Targeted Sports Massage – (45 minutes) – To address a specific area of concern, such as the neck, back, shoulder pain, or to support recovery in the legs after an intense workout or competition.
• Full Body Sports Massage – (60 minutes) – The therapist will focus on several areas of concern, working from head to toe to release muscle tension and eliminate pain.
• MOT Sports Massage – (75 minutes) – You will receive a thorough physical assessment for movement, function, and strength, to provide a personalised treatment plan. 
• Extended MOT – (90 minutes) – The therapist will review your medical history and create a treatment plan to support your recovery.

For those located in Glasgow, this sports massage clinic may be an obvious choice, but for those of you who still aren’t convinced you may be interested to know that Fitness is My Life recently won an award for Most Trusted Sports Injury Clinic in Glasgow 2020.

Therefore, it’s simply a no-brainer to include them within our list, to make an appointment, simply visit the company and fill out your details, it’s that simple! You will then be placed into communication with the team to organise an appointment that suits you.

#2 – The Movement Therapist

• Location: Activ Scotland, 142 West Nile Street, G1 2RQ
• Prices: New Client Treatment – £75, Existing Client Treatment – £60.

‘The Movement Therapist’ is an independent sports massage clinic in Glasgow operated and owned by Clare, a specialist with over 10 years worth of experience and qualifications in:

• Sports Massage Therapy 
• Personal Training 
• Pilates

Clare is also an FRC mobility specialist, as well as a functional patterns practitioner. But if all that wasn’t enough to certify the Movement Therapist as some of the finest sports massage therapy in Glasgow, she also holds an SMT qualification from the Western School, which is otherwise regarded as Scotland’s leading massage therapy organisation.

Without a doubt, we can say that Clare’s passion for anatomy and all things health-related shine through in her delivery of the Movement Therapist. 

Therefore, if you’re looking for sports massage in Glasgow city centre you may be interested in learning that her services include:

• Sports massage 
• Swedish massage 
• Spinal and peripheral mobilisations
• Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisations (IASTM)
• McLoughlin scar tissue release
• Kinetic chain release (KCR)

With the aim of making clients feel at ease whilst assessing their needs, The Movement Therapist offers a ‘no frills’ service with a friendly inclusive vibe throughout.

If you’re wondering what to expect from this sports massage, sessions typically follow this process:

• One-to-one massage consultation
• Postural screening
• Movement screening
• Soft tissue and joint mobilisation
• Corrective exercises

Conveniently based in Activ Scotland studio in Glasgow city centre, just 2 minutes from Buchanan Street subway station, Clare also offers treatments from her home in Paisley near Hawkhead Station, if requested.

This means that you can realistically fit a trip to The Movement Therapist around your existing schedule, what’s not to love!

#3 – Aga & Ola Physio & Massage

• Location: 103 West Regent Street, Glasgow, G2 2DQ.
• Prices: £59 for 45 minutes, £79 for 60 minutes.

In Glasgow, these sports massage clinics may seem somewhat formulaic at times, but by bringing together some of the most relaxing massage techniques from around the world, Aga & Ola have created their own brand of blissful treatments.

Owner Aga is a highly qualified specialist, and takes on multiple roles at the Glasgow massage therapy clinic, including:

• Therapy supervisor
• Relaxing therapy educator 
• Sports massage therapist 

The website is incredibly easy to navigate, with visitors being immediately met with options for physio or massage treatments, as seen below:

This straightforward approach allows Aga & Ola to direct all their clients to where they need to be. For example, we can see that the massage therapy packages include a variety of treatment programs that are ideal for SMT clients, whilst remaining accessible to others too.

If you’re looking for a good sports massage in Glasgow city centre, Aga & Ola are a great choice as they have a large team of massage therapists who can provide a range of treatments.

As well as being nominated for Best Day Spa and Best Massage Therapist awards, Aga & Ola received the Best Sport Massage Award in 2017 at the Scottish Hair and Beauty awards.

In fact, they are now recognised as one of the top 8 salons in the entirety of Scotland! With all this in mind, is there any wonder why we have included them among the best Glasgow sports therapy clinics?

#4 – Frank Seeger Massage Therapy

• Location: Suite 365 (4th Floor), 93 Hope Street, G2 6LD.
• Prices: £25 – £70, depending on length of treatment.

First opening its doors back in 2016, Frank Seeger Massage therapy is another great clinic that offers sports massage in Glasgow city centre.

Owner Frank Seeger personally has over 8 years of experience in the yoga and fitness industry, and as a result has a good understanding of the workings of the moving body.

Whilst working in an advertising and publishing agency, Seeger trained in massage and yoga. After deciding it was time for a change of scenery in 2012, Frank then moved to Glasgow and began teaching yoga.

Like Frank, if you’d like to learn how to become a sports massage therapist, click here.

This Glasgow sports massage therapy clinic offers a full assessment prior to the treatment beginning in order to ensure you receive the best possible service for your money. 

These procedures can vary depending on what treatment you’re looking to receive, but can include:

• Health questionnaires 
• Range of motion tests 
• Pain level assessments  

Whilst this may seem like a hassle this is put in place for your benefit, you wouldn’t want to purchase this massage therapy only to find that you respond negatively to it. Therefore, be sure to fully cooperate with this assessment process and you’ll be receiving your treatment before you know it. 

Offering one of the best sports massages in Glasgow isn’t the only form of treatment that Frank offers, you can also purchase the likes of:

• ‘Relax and unwind’ Swedish massage
• Oncology massage
• Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM)
• Kinesiology taping
• Cupping

So, if you’re searching for a conveniently located clinic with a highly experienced therapist, then look no further than Frank Seeger Massage Therapy. Booking an appointment has never been easier with the 24/7 system in place on the company site!

#5 – Deserved Massage

• Location: First Floor, The Hive, 1061 Argyle Street, Finnieston, G3 8LZ.
• Prices: £40-£100, depending on length of treatment.

If you’re looking for a conveniently located Sports massage in Glasgow’s West End, Deserved Massage may be the ideal clinic for you. 

Situated in Finnieston, this a primary spot between the city centre and West End, making it easily accessible to the general public.

Some massage clinics choose to set their business up in a similar vein to a doctor’s surgery of a dim spa, but what makes Deserved Massage different is that it maintains a clinical focus whilst simultaneously championing a relaxing atmosphere. 

The business itself is currently composed of 4 highly qualified massage therapists, all of whom bring something different to Deserved Massage.

But what makes this clinic one of the best for sports massage in Glasgow is the fact that, unlike many other clinics, they offer a free full consultation.

This gives clients time to point out injured areas that are causing them issues, whilst still getting the full amount of treatment time that has been paid for. This is ideal if you’re on a budget and are looking for a clinic that provides value for your money.

Alongside sports massage, Deserved Massage also offers other services including:

• Deep tissue massage
• Indian head massages 
• Lymphatic drainage 
• Pregnancy massages 

Having helped over thousands relieve muscle pain, through all of their services, it’s no wonder that Deserved Massage has plenty of 5-star reviews!

#6 – Trevor Chisman – The Massage Rebel

• Location: 34 West George Street, G2 1DA.
• Prices: £60 – £114, depending on the length of treatment.

Known as ‘The Massage Specialist’, Trevor Chisman owns and works at The Glasgow Treatment Rooms, offering sports massage in Glasgow city centre. 

Since qualifying in 1993, Trevor has gained 30 years of experience as a massage therapist, and has featured multiple times in the media, including: 

• STV
• BBC Radio Scotland
• The Guardian 
• The Sydney Morning Herald

Chisman originally fell in love with acupuncture after living and working in Hong Kong for a year as a gym instructor. Over time, the idea of becoming an acupuncturist fell by the wayside, as Trevor got stuck into a new passion for massage therapy.

#7 – Fresh Sports Massage Glasgow

• Location: 93 Hope Street, G2 6LD
• Prices: From £30 for 30 minutes.

Fresh is another viable option if you’re looking to receive one the best sports massage in Glasgow city centre, the location is so central you can easily walk there from Glasgow central station. 

Fresh Sports Massage is run and owned by professional sports massage therapist Catherine Scott-Dodd who incorporates deep tissue, myofascial release and assisted stretching techniques in her practice, ensuring her clients stay free from injury.

Fresh Sports Massage is supported by three other therapists, including:

• Amanda Fisher – Having been in the health industry for over 7 years, Amanda recognises how training and recovery go hand-in-hand. Depending on the client’s needs, she uses instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisation, PNF stretching trigger points, and dry needling.
• Farrah McAdam – A qualified sports massage therapist who specialises in deep tissue treatments.  Farah takes a practical approach to sports massage treatment, incorporating assisted mobilisations and trigger point therapy.
• Lisa Mannion – A fully qualified sports massage therapist, who uses a combination of PNF stretching, myofascial stripping, neuromuscular trigger point therapy, joint mobilisation, to reduce pain and ensure faster recovery time.

The benefits of myofascial release are plentiful, and whilst you can practise this treatment yourself, we’d advise seeing a specialist like Lisa, in order to discuss the technique first. 

The massage therapist you work with will be determined by what treatment you require. This means it may be a case of working with multiple team members to ensure you fully recover.

Speaking of full recovery, this entire approach to injury recovery is what makes this massage therapy in Glasgow so effective. You aren’t just treated and sent on your way – the Fresh team actively strives to ensure you’re back to your former fitness level. 

#8 – The Embody Clinic (CLOSED)

• Location: Morris Business Park, 37 Rosyth Road, G5 0YD
• Prices: £30 – £60, depending on length of treatment.

As promised we strive to cover a wide range of areas within this article, and if you’re looking for a sports massage near Glasgow Southside, we’d recommend The Embody Clinic.  

The therapists hired by this clinic are all experienced in working with athletes across differing competitive levels and sports, including:

• Football
• Rugby 
• Thai boxing 
• Tae Kwon Do

But now that you know who this service is targeted at, you may be interested to learn that the treatments involved in the Embody clinic include: 

• Sports Massage 
• Swedish Massage 
• Deep Tissue 
• Aromatherapy 

Alongside providing sports massage in Glasgow Southside, they also provide different remedial therapies, including:

• Physiotherapy
• Bowen technique
• Neuromuscular therapy
• Osteopathy
• Mickel therapy

With 5 treatment rooms and a team of self-employed therapists, the Embody Clinic is one of the best for sports massage in Glasgow if you’re in need of a same-day booking with short notice. 

The clinic is also conveniently situated close to the M74, as well as to the train station and main bus routes, with free parking right outside.

So, if you’re seeking sports therapy in Glasgow, and are looking for a convenient, yet high quality service, The Embody Clinic is another great option.

#9 – Rhiannon Elder at Elia Advanced Beauty

• Location: Suite 2, 204 Bath Street, Glasgow, 1006 Dumbarton Road, G2 4HW.
• Prices: From £25.

Rhiannon Elder joined Elia Advanced Beauty in 2014 as a fully qualified, insured, and experienced sports massage therapist, and now offers some of the best sports massage in Glasgow as a result.

She has been practising since graduating from the Northern Institute of Massage in 1999 and has continued to develop her skills through regular training courses in various aspects of bodywork. If this has piqued your interest, then you should be aware that the following services are available: 

• Remedial/Deep Tissue/Sports Massage – From £25 – 30 Minutes – 1 Hour.
• Therapeutic Massages – From £25 – 30 Minutes – 1 Hour 30 minutes.
• Indian Head Massages – £25 – 30 minutes

When it comes to Glasgow sports massages, clients seem to agree with our sentiments that this is one of the best clinics in the city. With over 1000 5 star reviews, the quality of this service speaks for itself.

Therefore, if you’re looking for one of the best sports massages in Glasgow’s West End, we’d highly recommend  Elia Advanced Beauty!

#10 – Hampden Sports Clinic

• Location: Hampden Park, G42 9ED.
• Prices: £50 for 50 minutes.

Hampden Sports Clinic is the country’s leading sports injury and rehab centre, which is dedicated to the treatment, diagnosis, and management of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.

Whether you’re looking for a sports massage near Glasgow Green, Southside, or the City Centre, Hampden has multiple locations across the city. To find the nearest one to you, be sure to check out the company website!

However, their main clinic is based at Hampden Park, Scotland’s national stadium, in which they have industry renowned facilities and services, including:

• Physiotherapy
• Sports massage
• Podiatry and biomechanics
• Health and fitness testing
• Sports medicine doctors
• Sports science
• Rehabilitation gym
• Hydrotherapy pool (the biggest of its kind in the country!)

Their other clinics are at Glasgow University and the University of Strathclyde, and these links mean that therapists are constantly developing treatment strategies based on up-to-date research, across many medical disciplines.

As well as offering sports therapy in Glasgow city centre, they also offer treatments such as Muscle energy techniques (MET), Assisted Stretching (PNF), and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM).

After treatment has been completed, clients still have access to the unique multi-disciplinary team inside the clinic, led by their sports medicine doctor.

#11 – Physio Effect

• Location: Unit 18 (Within the EveryDay Athlete Gym), 100 Borron Street, G4 9XG.
• Prices: Starting from £30 for 30 minutes.

Run by a small group of highly skilled professionals, with specialist experience in running, martial arts, and ante/post-natal care, Physio Effect are industry leaders in exercise-based rehabilitation.

What makes their clinic one of the best for sports massage in Glasgow Southside is that they run an evidence-based practice, combining hands-on therapies with thorough and bespoke rehab and exercise programmes.

This means that your training will be specific to your unique needs, rather than receiving a blanket-based treatment that could have little to no effect on your current condition.

Physio Effect was founded by childhood friends Jonny Kilpatrick and Danny Wray. Both of them studied at Glasgow Caledonian University, and graduated in 2006 having completed extensive post-graduate training, including diplomas in Sports Physiotherapy.

Both have worked in the industry since 2006, specialising in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and have spent several years developing skills working in private practices in New Zealand and Australia prior to Physio Effect.

Physio Effect’s massage team consists of Lewis Irvine. Lewis has a diploma in Sports Therapy, a certificate in Soft Tissue Therapy, and is qualified at Level 4 in Sports Massage.

With a highly qualified team at its helm you won’t have much to worry about, and can relax with the peace of mind knowing that you’re in good hands.

Whether you’re looking for a sports massage or physiotherapy services in the Glasgow area, Physio Effect is a highly accessible clinic offering a range of services to all.

Before You Go!

This list was specifically curated to help you find a clinic for sports massage in Glasgow, and to ensure it is accessible for everyone, we purposely included a range of prices and locations.

Everyone can benefit from regular sports massage, so why not choose a clinic and book an appointment today. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed with the results!

Remember, OriGym’s Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy course is available for individuals who are looking to advance their keen interest into a lucrative career. 

At OriGym we offer industry-leading accreditation, with unlimited tutor support and an award-nominated e-Learning platform.

Looking for the best sports massage in Manchester? Whether you’re wanting a sports massage in Manchester city centre or slightly further afield, we’ve put together a list of the best services to help you find what you’re looking for.

But before we start, if you’re looking to start your own career as a sports massage therapist, OriGym’s Level 3 SMT course is the best place to start! Find out more information about exactly what we offer by downloading our free course prospectus too.

21 Best Sports Massage Clinics in Manchester

#1 – Total Sports Rehabilitation

• Location: 75 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter, M4 1LQ.
• Prices: Vary depending on the length and type of treatment. You can see their range of prices here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 20:00, Friday: 07:00 – 17:00, 08:00 – 16:00.

Based in the heart of the Northern Quarter, Total Sports Rehabilitation is a great place to get one of the best sports massage in Manchester.

Total Sports is a private, sports-specific clinic and gym which provides comprehensive massage and sports rehabilitation services.

Alongside massage and rehab, they also offer one-to-one personal training sessions in their own private gym space.

As well as providing sports massage in Manchester city centre, other services that the clinic offer include:

• Dry Needling
• Cupping Therapy
• Injury Assessment & Rehabilitation, including: Biomechanical Assessment, Posture Assessment, Gait Analysis, & Spinal Assessment.

Total Sports Rehabilitation is run by a group of 4 therapists, who all have qualifications in either sports massage, sports therapy, or osteopathy.

For instance, Clinic Director Matt is a biomechanics specialist and graduate sports therapist, with over 15,000 hours of experience in injury assessment and rehabilitation.

Sports rehab and massage therapists Matt J and Peter also specialise in designing plans for injury assessment and rehabilitation.

Between them they have over 20,000 hours of clinical experience, so it’s no wonder the clinic offers the best sports massage in Manchester!

#2 – Clinical Touch Sports Injury Therapy

• Location: 358 Edge Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6JJ.
• Prices: £45 for 1 Hour Sports Massage. Check out their range of times and prices here.
• Opening Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 12:00 – 20:00, Thursday: 13:00 – 19:00, Weekends: Closed.

Clinical Touch is headed up by Diane Wolstenholme, a graduate Sport Rehabilitator with a BSc in Human Kinetics and an MSc in Sport Rehabilitation.

She has plenty of industry experience, having worked consistently with football teams such as Fulham FC and Wimbledon FC as well as rugby professionals.

She specialises in sports massage and also offers a full injury and pain assessment with the option of a rehabilitative treatment.

Within this she focuses on several treatments for rehabilitation including:

• Soft tissue release
• Manipulation
• Sports massage
• The injury and pain assessment is a full and thorough look at injuries to design a personalised treatment plan for you.

Diane will even give you a home treatment so you can continue treating your injury and healing from home!

Her aim at Clinical Touch is to treat symptoms first and foremost before developing bespoke exercise plans, tailored to the individual patient’s needs and lifestyle, to prevent reoccurrence.

Another reason Diane’s clinic is one of the best places in Manchester for a sports massage is that she’s registered with The British Association of Sports Rehabilitators (or BASRaT).

This is a register regulated by the Professional Standard Authority, the UK’s top medical regulator, predominantly acting as a stamp of approval on the quality of service offered by those registered.

Having this means you’re guaranteed an ethical, safe, and professional practice so you can be sure that this therapy clinic in Manchester is one of the best choices out there!

#3 – Flux Sports Therapy

• Location: 388 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 8BH.
• Prices: £50 for 1 Hour Sports Massage. Check out their list of times and treatments here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 20:00, Friday: 09:00 – 19:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 15:00.

Focusing on mobility, Flux Sports Therapy aims to help their patients function pain-free and at their full potential, which is why they’re one of the best places in Manchester to have a sports massage!

Flux was founded in 2017 by sports therapist Kristan, who launched his own sports massage clinic in South Manchester, after working with clinics, sports clubs, and gyms.

Kristan has core training in sports massage and injury therapy, with an emphasis on manual therapy techniques. He now runs Flux in a professional clinic in Chorlton, South Manchester.

As well as sports massage and sports therapy in Manchester, they offer a wide range of services, including:

• Vocal massage
• Deep tissue massage
• Myofascial release
• Stick mobility

Regardless of lifestyle or profession, Flux believes in offering help to everybody who needs it, not just professional athletes or those who enjoy playing sport on a daily basis. If you’re looking for an inclusive, welcoming Manchester sports massage clinic, then put Flux at the top of your list!

#4 – Rehab Pro Sports Injury Clinic

• Location: Unit 444 – 445, 4th Floor, The Royal Exchange, Old Bank Street, Manchester, M2 7PE.
• Prices: £60 for 1 Hour Sport Massage.
• Opening Times: Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 – 20:00, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 08:00 – 20:00, Weekends: 10:00 – 18:00.

If you’re looking for a sports massage in Manchester city centre, Rehab Pro Sports Injury Clinic is ideally situated in the shopping district.

Whether treating athletes with sports injuries, or an elderly person with musculoskeletal issues, Rehab Pro approaches all patients with an individual treatment plan, designed specifically with the patient in mind.

The team at Rehab Pro is made up of:

• Sports and exercise medical practitioners
• Sports massage therapists
• Personal trainers

Because of this, their treatment can help with any physical issues you might have resulting from physical activity.

As well as offering massage and sports therapy in Manchester, the team can help to alleviate pain and tightness through deep tissue massage, alongside problems such as:

• Back pain, spasm, and disc problems
• Frozen shoulders and stiff necks
• Posture-related pains
• Stress and sleep problems
• Migraines
• Surgery recovery

If you’re a new client, you can also take advantage of their special welcoming offer, with 1 hour of sports massage costing just £50.

#5 –Emeskay Sports Therapy

• Location: Moss Side Leisure Centre, Moss Ln E, Moss Side, Manchester, M15 MNN.
• Prices: Starting from £45 for 60 minutes. Book an appointment with Matt here.
• Opening Times: Monday & Tuesday: 09:00 – 14:15, Wednesday: 14:15 – 19:30, Thursday: 09:00 – 14:15, Friday: 14:15 – 19:30, Weekends: 09:00 – 13:00.

Emeskay Sports Therapy is a standout clinic run by Matt Arnold and renowned for its comprehensive range of services tailored to both athletes and individuals seeking rehabilitation and pain relief. Specialising in sports massage therapy, Emeskay offers treatments designed to enhance muscle recovery, prevent injuries, and optimise physical performance. Matt utilises advanced techniques such as deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy to target specific areas of discomfort and facilitate overall wellness. Emeskay Sports Therapy is committed to delivering personalised care, ensuring each client receives a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs and goals.

In addition to sports massage services, Emeskay Sports Therapy provides a range of state-of-the-art facilities designed to support rehabilitation and fitness training. The clinic features a fully equipped gym area. They also offer specialised services such as injury assessment and rehabilitation programs, incorporating techniques like ultrasound therapy, kinesiology taping, and corrective exercise routines. With a focus on holistic care and client education, Emeskay Sports Therapy aims to empower individuals to take control of their health and promote long-term wellbeing. The welcoming environment makes Emeskay Sports Therapy a top choice for anyone seeking effective sports therapy services in the area.

#6 – Anatomy Manchester

• Location: 164 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M16 0DZ.
• Prices: £29.50 for 30 Minute Sports Massage. See their range of treatments and times here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 21:00, Friday: 09:00 – 20:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 17:00.

Looking for a sports massage in Manchester city centre or the surrounding areas? Anatomy is another great choice!

Anatomy is a health and wellbeing centre based in Chorlton, but can provide their services wherever is best for you, including:

• At your gym
• Sports fields
• Offices
• At your home in the Greater Manchester area

Alongside their sports massage and deep tissue massage services, Anatomy also specialises in injury rehabilitation, as well as physiotherapy and components of fitness generally.

They also offer holistic therapies, such as:

• Ear candles
• Hot stone massages
• Reflexology

Anatomy is a strong contender for the best sports massage in Manchester with such a huge variety of services and flexible ways of offering SMT!

#7 – Gym 72

• Locations: 72 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3NJ & 5 Jackson’s Row, Manchester, M2 5WD.
• Prices: Starting from £40, depending on the length of treatment.
• Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 21:00, Weekends: 07:00 – 17:00.

Gym72 is a well-established private personal training studio, which also offers sports massage in Manchester city centre.

Based just a short walk from Piccadilly station and the University of Manchester, Gym 72’s sports therapist and personal trainer Jon Goodbourn has over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry.

As well as having a diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, he is also currently working towards a degree in rehabilitation.

John has an extensive sporting history, taking part in many different sports including:

• Skiing 
• Snowboarding
• Bouldering and mountaineering
• Surfing and paddle boarding
• Kayaking

This means that he has the knowledge and experience to treat a variety of athletes, with all types of injury.

Some of the sports massage treatments used at Gym72 are:

• Trigger point therapy
• Soft tissue mobilisations
• Soft tissue release
• Exercise therapy
• Myofascial release

Whether you’re looking for private personal training sessions, fitness classes, or sports therapy in Manchester, Gym72 is another great choice.

#8 – Active Care Clinic

• Location: 1st Floor Lloyds House, 18 Lloyd Street, Manchester, M2 5WA.
• Price: £60 for a 45 minute session. Check out their list of treatments and prices here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 10:00 – 22:00, Friday: 09:00 – 21:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 17:00, Sunday: 11:00 – 15:00.

Specialising in both remedial and sports massage in Manchester city centre, Active Care is a sports injury clinic that provides flexible, same-day private physical therapy.

Active Care Clinic was founded by sports injury specialist Aryan Imani and is based in the financial district in Manchester.

The sports massage team includes Mark alongside other physical therapists and rehabilitation specialists to provide a unique combination of services!

Whether you’re looking for mobile sports massage in Manchester or would prefer to attend a clinic, some of the other treatments that Active Care offer includes:

• Indian head massage
• Dry cupping
• Dry needling and acupuncture
• Electrotherapy and ultrasound
• Posture and gait
• Kinesiology and sports taping

#9 – Freedom Care Clinics

• Location: 28 Queen Street, Manchester, M2 5HX.
• Prices: Starting from £47 for 30 minutes. See their full price list here.
• Opening Times: Monday: 10:00 – 19:00, Tuesday – Thursday: 08:00 – 19:00, Friday: 08:00 – 18:00, Saturday: 10:00 – 15:00.

If you’re looking for the best sports massage in Manchester, Freedom Care are a good contender as they have a multidisciplinary team of musculoskeletal experts, consisting of:

• Osteopaths
• Physiotherapists
• Chiropractors
• Podiatrist
• Acupuncturist
• Massage therapists

The team delivers effective care using the latest, essential sports massage equipment and technology, so it’s no wonder that they’re rated so highly on Google!

Freedom Care therapists are specialised in treating a range of back and joint conditions, as well as other health conditions such as:

• Headaches and migraine
• IBS
• Infertility
• Insomnia
• Stress

If you’re unsure of the type of treatment that you may need, Freedom Care also offers a free consultation service for new customers!

#10 – Massage.Physio.co.uk

• Locations: 3-5 St John Street, M34DN.
• Prices: Starting from £46.50 for 30 minutes. See their full prices here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 20:00, Saturday: 08:00 – 17:00, Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00.

Offering sports massages in their Manchester city centre clinic, Massage.Physio works with:

• Individuals
• Sports teams
• Performing arts organisations

Their aim is not just to help reduce and prevent injury and stress, but to boost performance too!

Alongside sports massage, this Manchester sports therapy clinic offers other services, including:

• Long-term conditions service to help treat conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, muscular sclerosis, and depression
• Rehabilitation service for injuries
• Postural service
• Post-surgery service
• Cupping 

They also provide regular workshops for therapists to keep their sports massage therapist role, knowledge, and skills up to date.

With 4 spacious treatment rooms, and a gym space with a range of equipment, Massage.Physio is certainly a contender for the best sports massage in Manchester and one of the best gyms in Manchester too!

#11 – M.C. Physio

• Location: Mobile service, willing to travel within a 40-mile radius of Manchester city centre
• Prices: Monday to Friday (Day): £85 per hour. Monday to Friday (Night) & Weekends: £170.
• Operating Hours: Monday to Friday: Between 08:00 – 19:00. Also operate Monday to Friday 19:00 – 08:00 and Weekends.

If you’re looking for a mobile sports massage in Manchester, M.C Physio may be the one for you!

The benefit of visits to your home or office is that the team is able to learn more about you, your lifestyle, and your goals, meaning they can figure out what exercises and treatments will be best for you!

M.C Physio was founded by Moshe Cohen, who is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, of the Sports Massage Association, and is also a trained acupuncturist.

As well as offering mobile sports massage  in Manchester, Cohen and his team are available to hire for your sporting trip. 

Some of the extreme sporting events that they already cover include Marathon des Sables, Kona Iron Man, and the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc.

They also provide proactive positive training, to help with things such as:

• How to engage and strengthen your core
• Injury prevention
• Pre- and post-operative care

#12 – LIVEWELL

• Location: HIITHUB, 96 Town Lane, Denton, M34 2DD. Also offer mobile services.
• Prices: Starting from £30, depending on length and type of treatment.
• Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 06:00 – 22:00.

Founded in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, by lead therapist Steven Harthill, LIVEWELL have now expanded their services in sports therapy to Manchester and several other locations across the UK.

Since 2012, they have been the leading force in various areas of soft tissue and sports therapy, and have travelled to more than 14 different countries offering their services!

LIVEWELL works with some of the biggest organisations in elite sport, as well as celebrities, the NHS, and the wider community. Some examples include:

• Olympic Team GB
• England Cricket
• Several Premier League football clubs

The team at LIVEWELL are all members of the Sports Massage Association (SMA), and are highly-qualified at university degree level. 

Therapists at LIVEWELL are also required to have a minimum of 3 years study, training, and hands-on experience before starting their employment!

With over 300 5-star reviews on Trustpilot and Google, it’s no wonder LIVEWELL are one of the most successful companies for mobile sports massage in Manchester!

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If you’re thinking of becoming a sports massage therapist, or want to boost your existing practice, check out some of OriGym’s other articles on sports massage therapy:

• Sports Massage Therapist Salary
• How to Write a Sports Massage Business Plan
• Sports Massage Marketing Ideas

#13 – Body and Mind Therapy Centre

• Location: 16 Arundel Street, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL5 0LS.
• Prices: From £35 for 30 minutes. Check out the full price list here.
• Appointment Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:30 – 19:45, Saturday: 09:15 – 14:00, Wednesday: Closed.

Body and Mind Therapy Centre is one of the best Manchester sports massage companies for people of all ages, from children to seniors.

As well as sports massage, they offer over 20 types of natural, holistic therapies to help improve and maintain health.

Not only do they offer physical health therapies, including sports massage, but they also provide mental health services, including:

• Counselling
• Cognitive behavioural therapy
• Life coaching

This is because Body and Mind are a Manchester sports massage clinic focused on achieving all-round wellness for their clients, and see massage as a part of a wider holistic approach to health.

The clinic has 7 different therapists, all with differing areas of expertise, and 2 of them are specifically-trained sports massage therapists.

For example, Ida graduated university with BSc Hons Sports Rehabilitation, and specialises in:

• Sports massage
• Sports therapy
• Remedial and deep tissue massage
• Dry cupping

Mo’s degree was in Sports Therapy but offers the same holistic range of services and expertise!

Another benefit of going with Body and Mind is speed: if you want a sports massage in Manchester at the last minute they offer same-day appointments for clients in need.

#14 – Metro Physio

• Location: 30 The Crescent, Salford, M5 4PF.
• Prices: Subject to individual enquiry.
• Opening Times: Monday: 08:30 – 17:00, Tuesday: 08:30 – 19:30, Wednesday: 08:30 – 16:30, Thursday: 07:30 – 19:30, Friday: 08:30 – 16:30.

Their clinic began in a 3-storey Georgian terraced house and has now expanded into a network of clinics including:

• Stockport
• Middleton
• Bolton

Metro Physio’s expert team has offered sports massage in South Manchester and the surrounding areas for over 30 years, so you can be confident of their experience and expertise!

Their reputation has led to working with elite athletes including Commonwealth and European champions, as well as World and Olympic medallists, including bronze Medallists Beth Tweddle and Daniel Purvis.

Metro Physio is also trusted by big companies looking for sports therapy in Manchester, such as the Greater Manchester Fire service, the North West Ambulance service, and Manchester City Council.

As well as being a Manchester sports therapy clinic for individuals and organisations, they are also recognised as a teaching clinic for all local universities.

No matter how busy your lifestyle is, Metro offers appointments 5 days a week, from early mornings, to evenings and weekends. This means that there will always be a convenient appointment time available for you!

#15 – Movement and Wellbeing Clinic

• Location: Ground Floor, 15 Oxford Court, M2 3WQ.
• Prices: Subject to individual enquiry.
• Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 19:00, Friday – Saturday: 10:00 – 15:00.

The Movement and Wellbeing Clinic are another popular choice for clinics offering sports massage in Manchester city centre.

Their principal osteopath Ed Madeley began his career treating patients with sports massage therapy, working at elite level football and rugby clubs.

Alongside Ed, the clinic has two dedicated sports massage therapists, Mary and Paula. 

Some of their other qualifications include massage therapy, beauty therapy, barbering, and care assistance.

With 2 locations based conveniently near both Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria Station, the Movement and Wellbeing Clinic definitely deserves its place on our list of the best sports massage in Manchester.

#16 – Matrix Physiotherapy

• Location: Matrix Physio x Train Urban, Tariff Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 2EH.
• Prices: Starting from £40 for 30 minutes.
• Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 20:00.

What makes Matrix Physiotherapy one of the best places in Manchester to have a sports massage, is their approach to recovery. 

Their treatment is ‘proactive’ rather than ‘reactive’, focusing on assessing the way the body interacts with the world and a holistic approach to fitness including:

• Promoting regular exercise
• Healthy eating benefits
• A variety of treatments to deal with injury and other health issues

Their team has a variety of specialisms from various backgrounds in elite sport and institutions working with:

• Footballers
• UFC competitors
• The armed forces
• Emergency services

However, their Manchester sports therapy services are not just for athletes; Matrix also treats other well-known faces, from television stars to DJs, as well as the general public!

Matrix offers sports massage in Manchester city centre, with a 4500 square foot rehab facility situated in the heart of the Northern Quarter.

They also have a large private gym facility with treatment rooms to provide additional therapies, which is perfect for carrying out comprehensive rehabilitation treatment plans.

#17 – Healthy You Sports Therapy

• Location: Unit A, Aldow Enterprise, Blackett Street, M12 6AE.
• Prices: £55 per hour.
• Opening Times: Monday – Sunday: 12:00 – 18:15, Thursday & Saturday: Closed.

Run by sports masseur Craig Bottomley, Healthy You Sports Therapy is well known in the world of aerial sports, and well-loved by those looking for a sports massage in Manchester.

Based next to Cloud Aerial Arts in Manchester, Craig is the go-to choice for aerialists looking to develop and boost their flexibility in a safe and healthy way.

As well as sports massage, Healthy You also offers shockwave therapy and accu-massage, which is a sports massage utilising acupuncture to assist with a faster release of your muscles.

This is another reason Healthy You is one of the best places in Manchester for a sports massage because the clinic stays on top of the best holistic approaches and latest fitness trends to keep treatments up to date!

#18 – Manchester Movement Unit

• Location: Brooks Building, 53 Bonsall Street, M15 6GX
• Prices: £45 for a 60-minute session.
• Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 20:00, Friday: 09:00 – 17:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 16:00.

Manchester Movement Unit is a new, state of the art physiotherapy clinic run by Manchester Metropolitan University.

Based in the Brooks Building on campus, the clinic offers some of the best sports massage in Manchester to students and the general public alike.

What sets this clinic apart from other Manchester sports massage facilities is that it is run by a team that includes senior lecturers from the university.

They are highly trained health professionals, with many years of clinical experience, which is constantly being renewed with current research and new developments in their fields.

Alongside sports massage, Manchester Movement Unit also offers a wide range of holistic treatments to cover varying health issues, including physiotherapy and acupuncture.

So, whether you’re a student, athlete, or a normal gym-goer, Manchester Movement Unit offers some of the most cutting edge approaches to fitness and wellbeing from one of the best sports universities in the country!

#19 –MY Sports Injury Clinic

• Location: Halifax House, 93 – 101 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 2GX.
• Prices: £70 for 1 Hour Sports Massage, £100 for a 90 Minute Session.
• Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 20:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 16:00, Sunday: 10:00 – 20:00.

As the name suggests, My Sports Injury Clinic specialises in treating sports-related injuries with sports massage in Manchester City Centre.

My Sports Injury believes in treating the direct source of pain rather than just the symptoms, and aims to help patients live a pain-free lifestyle.

Their team consists of clinical experts in a range of medical and sports-related fields including:

• Doctors
• Physiotherapists
• Sports injury specialists
• Yoga instructors

As well as sports massage services, they also offer:

• Sports physiotherapy
• Injury rehabilitation
• Traditional acupuncture
• Body restoring postural yoga

Situated in an independent gym, the clinic has a modern therapy room, alongside vibrant workout spaces and even a lounge area for patients to relax in before and after treatment.

So, whether you’re looking for a sports massage in Manchester for injury rehabilitation, or to simply manage your pain directly, MY Sports Injury Clinic is a great choice.

#20 – A+ Sports Therapy

• Location: Rational House, First Floor, 64 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 3BN.
• Prices: Starting from £35 for 30 minutes. See their full range of services here.
• Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 16:00, Weekends: 12:00 – 18:00.

A+ Sports Therapy in Manchester is a top destination for those seeking high-quality sports massage services tailored to meet individual needs. This award winning clinic is known for its team of therapists who specialise in various techniques designed to aid recovery, enhance performance, and prevent injuries. Whether you’re a professional athlete or a fitness enthusiast, A+ Sports Therapy offers personalised treatment plans that address specific concerns, such as muscle tension, sports injuries, or post-exercise soreness. Their sports massage services are renowned for their effectiveness in reducing pain, improving flexibility, and promoting quicker recovery.

A+ Sports Therapy have excellent facilities located in the heart of City Centre Manchester. Patients can expect a thorough consultation before each session to assess their unique needs, allowing therapists to provide targeted treatment that optimises results. In addition to sports massage, A+ Sports Therapy offers a range of additional services, from Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, Postural Analysis, and Custom Formthotics™ amongst others, all providing physiological assessments and rehabilitation programs, ensuring a comprehensive approach to your treatments.

#21 – PeakForm

• Locations: At-home massage service available across Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Stretford, Urmston, Bolton and Prestwich.
• Prices: Treatments from £35.
• Opening Times: Morning, afternoon & evening appointments are available to book.

PeakForm Sports Massage stands out as a premier service for sports enthusiasts and athletes seeking top-notch massage therapy in and around Manchester. PeakForm offers a comprehensive range of sports massage services designed to enhance athletic performance, aid recovery, and prevent injuries. Their team of highly skilled and experienced therapists specialise in deep tissue and remedial massage techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, whether you’re a professional athlete or a weekend warrior.

One of the main things they pride themselves on is being available to all as they’re able to bring their service right to your door! All they require from you is a quiet room and towels. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff also provide personalised consultations to create bespoke treatment plans. Whether you’re looking to alleviate muscle tension, improve flexibility, or simply unwind after a strenuous workout, PeakForm Sports Massage offers a range of services! Even better, their masseurs are also qualified personal trainers, meaning they can aid in both your training and recovery.

Before You Go!

We hope that this article has helped you to find the best sports massage in Manchester. 

Whether you’re an elite athlete, an occasional gym-goer, or someone who sits at a desk all day, everyone can benefit from regular sports massage.

Don’t forget that if you’re feeling inspired to start your own career in sports massage, check out OriGym’s Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy course! Alternatively, download our free course prospectus to see everything we have to offer.

Are you searching for the best gyms in Leeds? 

If so, you’re certainly in the right place. Here at OriGym, we’ve listed the top 13 gyms in Leeds city centre and the surrounding areas for you. After plenty of research, there are a variety of gyms that made it onto our list, so you shouldn’t have any issues finding the right one for you!

Looking to start your own career in fitness? If so, take a look at our best personal training courses in Leeds or download our FREE prospectus here before you carry on reading.

Contents:

• The Edge
• TRIB3
• Snap Fitness
• The Gym Group
• W Fitness
• UltraFlex
• Village Gym
• Implexus
• JD Gym
• David Lloyd
• Graft Haus
• COACH
• Crossfit Leeds

The Edge

For one of the best fitness experiences in Leeds, the sports centre of the University of Leeds is as good as they come. The Edge, as the name implies, is a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art gym that definitely lives up to the higher price tag.

Their 250-station fitness suite has everything you need from treadmills, elliptical machines, rowing machines, free weights, and resistance equipment. You might want to grab some resistance bands before you join, as they can be useful for warming up or making pull ups easier! If you’re looking for the best resistance bands to level up your fitness routine, we’ve got you covered with this blog.

The big selling point is that it uses Technogym equipment, which allows you to create a digital account. With this, you can create personalised fitness plans, be guided through workouts, and track your data to get an insight into the progress that you’re making. This is great for those who don’t necessarily want to work with a trainer, but are keen to have all the data they need to make sure they’re making gains.

They also have 220+ fitness classes, including a women-only strength training course and Krav Maga lessons; a 25m swimming pool; and multiple 8m climbing walls if you want to try something different. You can also book in for squash, table tennis, badminton, football, and other court sports. It’s easy to see why this club made it onto our list of the best gyms in Leeds! 

Other services include a sauna, access to physiotherapy and sports massages, and health assessments. So, if you need help with any other aspect of your health journey, you’re in good hands. 

• Location: University of Leeds, Willow Terrace Road, Leeds, LS2 9JT.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays 6:30 – 22:30, Weekends 7:30 – 21:00.
• Membership Prices: Public Premium: £540, Public Standard £440 annually.
• Web: sport.leeds.ac.uk/the-edge

Discounts available for students, alumni, and staff.

TRIB3

TRIB3 Gym in Leeds offers a boutique fitness experience that stands out in the city’s crowded fitness scene. Located in the heart of the city, this high-end facility is designed to provide a unique blend of luxury and intensity, catering to both seasoned athletes and fitness newcomers. 

The gym’s sleek, industrial-chic interior is complemented by state-of-the-art equipment, including interactive heart rate monitors for members to use for free. The curated workout environment also includes ambient lighting and energising music, creating an immersive experience for every workout.

What truly sets TRIB3 apart is its signature HIIT workout sessions, which combine treadmill running, resistance training, and intense conditioning in a fast-paced group setting. Each session is led by highly skilled trainers who focus on delivering personalised attention, ensuring that members can push their limits while maintaining proper form and technique.

After an intense session, members can unwind in the gym’s stylish lounge area, where they are treated to protein shakes and other post-workout refreshments. The community vibe at TRIB3 is second to none, with a focus on inclusivity. This is highlighted by members of the gym taking part recently in Leeds Pride Parade, as well as regular social events and challenges.

• Location: 68A Wellington Street, Leeds, LS1 2EE.
• Opening Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 5:45am – 7:45pm, Tuesday & Thursday: 5:45am – 8:45pm, Friday: 5:45am – 7:30pm, Saturday: 7:30am – 11:15am, Sunday: 8:30am – 12:15pm.
• Membership Prices: From £49/M or Session Packs from £17.
• Web: trib3.co.uk/studios/united-kingdom/leeds/wellington-street

Snap Fitness

If you’re looking for 24 hour gyms in Leeds, then Snap Fitness is a great choice. They are a global fitness franchise with over 15 years in the business and branches in 19 different countries, so they really know what they’re doing when it comes to providing an exceptional gym experience.

The gym is well-equipped with plenty of machines, free weights, Olympic dumbbells, an indoor cycling room, and an MX4 Zone specially for those using the Matrix Fitness programme. Many reviewers praise the gym for being brand-new, clean, and a nice atmosphere – what more could you want? You can even check out the space with their virtual tour, which is a really helpful tool to decide whether it’s the place for you.

Snap Fitness boasts its own fitness method, using MyZone heart rate monitors, which allow you to track your progress and challenge yourself and other members. They also promote the #SnapNation community and have their own programme MyFit, which comprises daily 18-minute HIIT workouts designed by them for maximum results. If this doesn’t make them one of the best gyms in Leeds, we’re not sure what will! 

• Location: Retail Unit 6, 100 Wellington Street, Leeds, LS1 4LT.
• Opening Hours: 24/7 for members.
• Membership Prices: From £31.50 monthly.
• Web: snapfitness.com/uk/gyms/leeds-wellington-st

The Gym Group

The Gym Group is another fantastic pay-as-you-go option for anyone looking for more flexibility. There are 3 locations in Leeds offering 24 hour access, 7 days a week.

For the basic off-peak package, The Gym Group offers a really great price of £13.99-a-month, which makes it ideal for those looking for cheap gyms in Leeds they can visit during quieter hours.

They have all the equipment you could need from 170 cardio and weight machines, free weights, studios for over 50 exercise classes, and personal training. Their space is massive, so you don’t have to worry about feeling crowded or not finding a spot, and many users rave about how friendly and clean the place is!

Members can also join their online community, FIIT Club, which provides interactive online cardio, strength, and mobility classes. If you wear the FIIT tracking device then you can have your “FIIT score”, based on your effort levels, on the leaderboard and compete against friends doing the same workout – So even if you can’t make it to the gym, you can still get a great workout with real-time motivation to push yourself!

Locations:

• Arndale House, Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 2UJ.
• York Road, Leeds, LS9 9AH.
• Former Magnet Unit Meanwood Road, West Yorkshire, LS7 2RB.

• Opening Hours: 24/7.
• Membership Prices: Basic £13.99/M.
• Web: thegymgroup.com/find-a-gym/leeds-gyms/leeds-headingley

W Fitness

While many gyms now have a women’s only area within their facility, W Fitness is one of the only ladies gyms in Leeds. The small gym is run by the mother and daughter team, Caroline and Hannah, so offers a highly personal and intimate experience that is unique to their location.

They specialise in personal training and have their own programme called “The Circuit”, which is a 30-minute full-body workout specially designed by W Fitness. Their fitness studio has cardio and resistance machines, free weights, a stretch area, and a separate training area for classes and PT sessions. So, though small, it has everything you need for a comprehensive workout.

If you feel intimidated by the typical gym experience, then W Fitness is perfect for you. Providing a smaller, friendly space that encourages community and supports women of all ages and abilities to work on their fitness. Since it is an independent gym, you’ll find a more personal touch here, and with Hannah being the trainer and owner, she’s definitely invested in your journey.

• Location: Unit 9, Park Centre, Station Road, Leeds, LS18 5N.
• Opening Hours: Monday – Wednesday: 09:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 19:30, Thursday – Friday: 09:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 19:00, Weekends: 09:00 – 12:00.
• Membership Prices: £35 monthly
• Web: wfitness.co.uk

UltraFlex

UltraFlex is one of the best and most comprehensive bodybuilding gyms in Leeds. The Leeds gym offers a huge training space, which is broken up into zones by body part, so whether you’re new to weight training or a professional, it’s clear and easy to find what you’re looking for. Check out their gym tours to see everything in more detail and get a feel for their space.

The gyms have been recently renovated and look extremely impressive, while also boasting high-quality and even custom equipment that means you’re getting the best when it comes to your workout. For those looking to really push themselves, their dumbbells go up to 150kg, something you don’t find in many places!

As well as their huge weight-training area, they also have a boxing ring with plenty of classes offered, a cardio suite, and a multi-purpose training studio for those who want to do something different.

Some of the brand-new facilities are also unique to UltraFlex Leeds as it caters towards bodybuilding and powerlifting, you can find:

• Stand-up sun beds
• Posing and treatment room
• Barbers

You can also pick up supplements and UltraFlex merchandise, so this gym really has all your aesthetic goals covered.

There are a lot of options when it comes to membership, including contract, pay-as-you-go, and day passes from £12.50. It’s easy to check out the gym and find out if it’s the place for you.

• Location: Cape Mills, Coal Hill Lane, Pudsey, LS28 5NA.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 06:00 – 22:00, Weekends: 08:00 – 20:00.
• Membership Prices: Monthly Pass £52.50 / Monthly Direct Debit £48 Monthly. You can see their range of membership prices here.
• Web: ultraflexgym.co.uk/locations/gym-in-leeds

Village Gym

Village Gym is one of the best options for anyone looking for a gym with loads of facilities and options, and is self-described as a “fitness playground.” It has two gyms in Leeds; South in Morley and North in Headingley, as well as plenty more around the country.

Like the other more expensive gyms around, their gym facilities are top-of-the-line and use technologically integrated equipment for that modern and convenient experience. For the £50-monthly fee some of the perks are:

• Free access to the latest Les Mills classes and exclusive Village Gym classes.
• Heated 25m indoor pool.
• Sauna, steam room, and whirlpool.
• Large gym floor with Technogym cardio, strength & resistance kit.
• Free Gym WiFi & Sky TV.
• Fully integrated MYZONE heart rate and performance monitoring.
• Village Gym app for booking in classes – with over 100 weekly classes, this is super helpful for checking out the timetable and making sure you get the class you want.

Their membership is on the more expensive end, but they provide a luxury experience for anyone looking for masses of options and more high-end facilities. So if you’re looking for gyms in Leeds with a swimming pool, sauna, or the technology-integrated workouts, this is one of your best options.

Outside of 24 hour gyms in Leeds, Village Gym offers some of the longest opening hours, with both locations being open from 5am-10pm on weekdays and 7am & 8am until 9pm on weekends, which is hard to find elsewhere.

• North Location: 186 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS16 5PR.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 05:00 – 22:00 / Weekends 08:00 – 21:00.
• South Location: Capitol Boulevard West, Morley, Leeds, LS27 0TS.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 05:00 – 22:00 / Weekends 07:00 – 21:00.
• Membership Prices: £87.50/M if purchased off Hussle.
• Web: villagegym.co.uk/locations/leeds-north

Implexus

Implexus Gym Leeds was founded by current Leeds Rhinos Strength and Conditioner Ian Kirke and former Leeds Rhino Mitch Achurch to share their experience and knowledge of fitness with the world. Their ethos is fitness led by science, focussing on individual plans and building a community of people passionate about fitness and health.

They encourage the athlete in everyone with their space built for functional strength training including tyres, ropes, and rings. There is also a free weights area, cardio kit like rowers and indoor cycling bikes, and an outdoor training area, which you don’t find in many other gyms. If you’re looking for a friendly gym with expert trainers who are there to support your journey, Implexus has rave reviews about its fantastic atmosphere and culture.

For group exercise classes, they have their small group MCT sessions. These are moderate-intensity continuous training styles and are designed to challenge your cardiovascular and strength in one session. They also come with the warning that they are addictive!

Implexus Leeds also offers some unique services such as metabolic cart testing, which looks deeper into your body’s functions and abilities so you can have an even more tailored approach to your progress. So, if you’re interested in getting more in-depth about your fitness journey and want science-backed expert support, this is the place for you.

• Location: Unit 9b Carlton Mills, Pickering Street, Armley, Leeds, LS12 2QG.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays 06:00 – 21:00, Saturday 08:00 – 17:00, Sunday 09:00 -12:00.
• Membership Prices: Standard memberships from £48/M. See their range of memberships here.
• Web: implexusgym.com

JD Gym

JD Gyms is the gym franchise of JD Sports, the well-known sportswear brand, and their Leeds location delivers a cheap and comprehensive workout space. With membership starting at £19.99 and no contract required, JD Gyms joins the growing list of cheap gyms in Leeds that understand the desire for flexibility and affordability in personal fitness.

They offer two Leeds locations, one north in Seacroft, and south in Millshaw Park. Both offer extensive facilities:

• 250+ machines
• 250+ classes
• Free weights
• Personal training
• Boxing and bootcamp areas
• Sprint/Sled track
• Sauna
• Free parking
• North Leeds location: ladies only training area

JD Gym Leeds boasts £2m facilities and aims for a stylish and affordable experience. They are constantly praised for the great atmosphere, making their users feel comfortable and supported, and having a fantastic choice of equipment and classes so you’ll never get bored. For the big gym experience on a budget, JD Gym Leeds is one of the best options. 

• South Location: Millshaw Park Industrial Estate, Millshaw Park Avenue, Leeds, LS11 0LW.
• North Location: Off the, Limewood Approach, Ring Rd, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 1NH.
• Opening Hours: 24/7!
• Membership Prices: £24.99/M
• Web: jdgyms.co.uk/gym/leeds-north

David Lloyd

Almost every list of the best gyms in Leeds includes a David Lloyd branch, and that’s because they really know what they’re doing. They have 100 leisure centres across the country and offer some of the best and most extensive facilities around. If you’re looking for a nice, modern gym then you can’t go wrong with David Lloyd and all the extras that they provide.

Their Leeds gym is just north of the city centre and provides that country club feeling with a lively social scene as well as their modern gym facilities. Some of their unique features include:

• Spa and hair salon
• 5-day-a-week creche
• Indoor and outdoor pools
• Splash pools for children
• Indoor and outdoor tennis and badminton facilities, including a tennis dome for the winter months
• Clubroom and adult-only social areas
• Kids’ club

This is all alongside their top-of-the-line gym equipment, free weights, 200+ weekly classes, cycle studio, and personal training options. This David Lloyd branch is one of the best gyms and leisure centres in Leeds for families and those looking for more from their gym experience.

• Location: Tongue Lane, Moortown, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 4QW
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00, Weekends 07:00 – 22:00.
• Membership Prices: Available upon request – lots of options including couples, families, and different package levels.
• Web: davidlloyd.co.uk/clubs/leeds

Graft Haus

Graft Haus was awarded Best Independent Gym in the North East by the UK Fitness Awards in 2019, so, of course it had to make our list of best gyms in Leeds. The independent gym claims to be a “new breed” of gyms in Leeds, providing a more personal touch than the big commercial gyms. They even cap their membership at 1000 to keep from overcrowding, which can be an issue at larger gyms.

Their massive space is bright and modern, fully stocked with Primal equipment as they are a powerlifting gym – but don’t let that deter you if that’s not your thing, they also have high-end cardio kit like rowers, cross trainers, and curved treadmills. They have video tours and even this breakdown of their equipment by body part and workout type, showing off both their equipment and their knowledge about training.

• Location: Unit 4 Cardigan Trading Estate, Lennox Road, Leeds, LS4 2BL.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 06:00 – 22:00, Weekends: 08:00 – 18:00.
• Membership Prices: Standard Membership £38.50/M, Flex Membership £49.50/M, Weekend Warrior £27.50/M.
• Web: grafthaus.co.uk

COACH

COACH is a premium boutique gym that just opened a Leeds branch. They pride themselves on providing a luxury gym experience on a budget, and with their membership starting at £19.99 a month, they are definitely one of the smaller and cheap gyms in Leeds.

COACH Leeds offers a unique gym space with 200+ pieces of equipment, free weights, cardio kit, and tyre flips. They have four studios to hold over 200 COACH fitness classes a month, which are included in your membership fee (this is often not the case, so is a fantastic perk, especially for the price!) and offer activities such as:

• Pump
• Spin
• Yoga
• Core
• Clubbercise

For anyone looking for personal training or a kick-start to their fitness journey, COACH offers a personalised 6-week programme called COACH Evolution. This is a combination of HIIT and resistance training to burn up to 1000 calories a session and maximise progress. There is also a boxing programme, which utilises their premium boxing gym and gives you sessions with a personal trainer to build your skills. If you’re looking to get kitted up before you join, check out our list of the best boxing gloves.

For those looking to build a community and enjoy the support that a small gym can provide, COACH boasts a premium experience that encourages a supportive and intimate environment. As well as their luxury gym space and personal training, they have boutique changing rooms with high-end mirror stations, and a bar space to pick up a healthy pre or post-workout snack and hangout with other members.

• Location: COACH Leeds, 385 Kirkstall Rd, Leeds, LS4 2EZ.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays 06:00 – 22:00 / Weekends 08:00 – 20:00.
• Membership Prices: Gym Only from £19.99/M.
• Web: coachgyms.co.uk/gym-facilities/leeds

Crossfit Leeds

This club had to make our list of the best gyms in Leeds. It was the first CrossFit gym in West Yorkshire and is family-run, which encourages the supportive community aspects of CrossFit while providing effective workouts.

The Leeds gym has an extensive timetable and a comprehensive explanation of all of their options, so you’ll have no problems finding the time and class that works for you. If you’re new to CrossFit they have drop-in passes, taster sessions, and an Intro to CrossFit programme.

These all give you the chance to check out the space, try the workout of the day, and get all your questions answered by one of their highly qualified trainers. Plus, we even have a guide on how to get better at CrossFit for beginners! 

They even have a blog where they post their workout of the day, so there are plenty of resources you can use to make sure this is the right place for you. If you’re a member of another CrossFit gym, they also have drop-in options so you’re never far from your best workout.

For the more experienced with CrossFit, they encourage all their members to participate in the Black + Blue Games, so rest assured you’ll be pushed to progress and do your best!

• Location: The Forge, Unit 8, Kirkstall Industrial Park, Leeds, LS4 2AZ.
• Opening Hours: Weekdays: 06:00 – 21:00, Sat 08:30 – 13:00 + 17:00 – 19:00, Sun: 08:00 – 13:00.
• Membership Prices: Full Membership £105/M. Check out their range of memberships here.
• Web: crossfitleeds.com

Before You Go!

After reading our list of the best gyms in Leeds, we hope that you can select the right gym for you with confidence. We did spend a great deal of time on research when collating these gyms, so that you could make an informed decision! 

Interested in making a start on your own fitness career? Check out OriGym’s personal training courses in Leeds, or download our course prospectus for more information.

If the idea of teaching fitness classes appeals to you, then you should consider learning how to become a group fitness instructor. This article will guide you through this process, covering:

• About the Role of a Fitness Instructor
• Different Employment Opportunities When Becoming a Group Fitness Instructor
• How Much Can a Group Fitness Instructor Earn?
• What Qualifications are Needed to Become a Group Fitness Instructor?
• How Do You Find The Best Course to Become a Group Fitness Instructor?
• Do Group Fitness Instructors Need Insurance?
• How Do I Become a Group Fitness Instructor Teaching Branded Classes?
• Become a Group Fitness Instructor with a Specialism
• Opportunities for Progression as a Group Fitness Instructor

You can launch your career today to be a group fitness instructor by qualifying with OriGym’s Personal Training Diploma. In doing so, you will be able to lead both group and 1-1 sessions!

You can also download our course prospectus (For FREE) to learn more about this course.

About the Role of a Fitness Instructor

Learning about the roles and responsibilities associated with this position will help you develop a better understanding of how to become a group fitness instructor. 

Whilst employed in this role, your main responsibility will be to lead class members through group workout sessions.

​​The actual content of these classes can vary depending on your chosen specialisation/what style you’ve been hired to teach, with popular variations including:

• Circuit training
• Indoor cycling
• Dance fit

Other responsibilities associated with the role of a group fitness instructor include preparing equipment for classes, liaising with management and adhering to safety policies to ensure the well-being of those in attendance.

An example of a job advertisement outlining a Group Fitness Instructor’s responsibilities can be found below:

  

Keep in mind, the duties you’re hired to fulfil and the amount of hours you work will vary depending on how you’re employed!

Different Employment Opportunities When Becoming a Group Fitness Instructor

Those who are interested in becoming a group fitness can do so on both a contracted and self-employed basis. Let’s take a look at both routes, to understand how the way you work affects aspects such as salary and daily responsibilities:

Contracted Group Fitness Instructor Role

When working as a group fitness instructor in a contracted position at a gym or fitness centre, you will work a set number of hours (part/full-time) determined by your employer and receive a fixed wage! 

An example of this job role can be seen below:

When working in this capacity you will be expected to fulfil other duties assigned by your employer. 

This form of employment is commonly held by those who have recently qualified and are working in the fitness industry for the first time! There are several reasons for this, for starters you won’t have to recruit any class attendees yourself, as they’ll already be members of the gym or fitness centre.

Additionally, there will be senior and more experienced members of staff for you to network with. This will provide you with a great opportunity to learn more about the role and develop skills used by industry professionals.

Finally, as previously mentioned you won’t have to worry about working a certain number of hours or earning a specific amount of money, as all of these things will be predetermined by your employer before signing your contract. 

Self-Employed Group Fitness Instructor

Once you’ve gained enough industry experience, you can decide to become your own boss, as a self-employed group fitness instructor.

In this capacity, your earning potential is unlimited, as you’re in direct control over how frequently you work! 

There are multiple different ways you can earn income when working in this capacity. For example, you may decide to apply for freelance positions at gyms/fitness centres, such as the example below:

In this instance, you will earn an hourly wage and will only be required to teach the fitness classes you’ve been hired to cover. This allows you to work at multiple different locations, rather than being confined to one site for X amount of hours every week.

As a self-employed instructor, you may also decide to run your own fitness classes business. In doing so, you will be able to control:

• What classes you will teach
• The prices you set
• The demographics of clients you will work with

Kerry’s Fitness is a great example of a self-employed group instructor who hosts her own classes. As you can see from the example below, she capitalises on the needs of different demographics by offering varied classes at different prices. 

You could even combine multiple different employment opportunities, working at gyms on a freelance basis alongside hosting your own classes to generate maximum income.

If you’re interested in becoming a self-employed fitness instructor who runs their own classes, check out our in-depth guide on how to set up a fitness class business. Here you’ll find valuable information ranging from organising the legalities to advertising strategies. 

How Much Can a Group Fitness Instructor Earn?

If you’re interested in pursuing this position, you will naturally question ‘How much does a group fitness instructor make?’. The answer to this is dependent on a variety of factors such as:

• Your location 
• Whether you’re contracted or freelance 
• The amount of experience you have 
• The number of hours you work 

As to be expected, experienced group fitness instructors will earn more than those who have just qualified. This is because they will have more skills and knowledge to pull from and will be regarded as ‘experts’ in the industry.

But to understand the influence your location can have on your salary, check out these stats: According to Glassdoor, the average salary of a group fitness instructor in Manchester is £30,825, whilst in London it is £31,236.

As you can see, group fitness instructors in London will typically earn a more lucrative salary, but this is in line with their much higher expenses – e.g. rent, utility bills, travel costs etc. 

Likewise, when it comes to how you work, those who are self-employed will likely earn more than those who are contracted. 

This is because they’re able to set their prices and work as often as they like. For example, take JD Aerial Fitness who charges £10 per person for a class:

If you followed a similar pricing structure, you could earn £100 from teaching just 10 clients for one hour! So be prepared for your earning potential to vary between each group fitness instructor position you have an interest in pursuing.

What Qualifications are Needed to Become a Group Fitness Instructor?

Becoming a group fitness instructor isn’t a complicated journey! All you need is a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification. The great news is there are no prerequisites to enrol on this course, you simply need to be over 16 years of age!

Getting this Level 2 qualification is absolutely essential as it is the minimum requirement the majority of employers will ask for when advertising group fitness instructor positions, such as this one from David Lloyd Clubs below:

Keep in mind, these qualifications are still necessary even if you’re looking to be a self employed group fitness instructor. Having these certifications is crucial to show class members you’re a credible instructor and understand exactly how you can train them effectively.

Whilst enrolled on this course, you will develop the vital knowledge and skills required to become a successful group fitness instructor. For example, you will learn how to keep your class attendees engaged with your training, providing motivation that pushes them to reach new heights.

Likewise, you’ll gain experience in tailoring group workout sessions to meet the demands of different groups. This is vital for ensuring your classes are accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of attendees.

If you want to learn more about the qualifications you require, you can read our guide ‘Qualifications to Teach Fitness Classes’.

How Do You Find The Best Course to Become a Group Fitness Instructor?

Those looking to answer the question ‘how do I become a group fitness instructor?’, should always look for a course that meets their needs. But how do you find the right training provider?

First and foremost, you’ll want to look for a Level 2 Fitness Instructor course that has been endorsed by The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

This organisation regulates the UK’s sports and fitness industry, ensuring vocational training providers meet the same industry standards!

Likewise, you should look for a qualification that has been regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). This is a governing body which provides vocational training courses with regulated examinations, qualifications and assessments.

At OriGym, we want to provide our students with the highest possible standard of training, which is why our Level 2 Gym Instructor Course is both Ofqual-regulated and accredited by CIMSPA.

Before settling on a training provider, you should ask yourself the following questions, regarding the validity of the training provider:

• What payment options are available? – Good training providers will take your financial situation into account. For example, OriGym offers interest-free instalments, with flexible payment plans to suit your needs.
• Do they offer post-course support? – Look for a training provider who offers career services. We help our graduates by distributing CVs and securing guaranteed job interviews. 
• Are there any hidden fees? – Some training providers may charge you extra for services such as examination resists. OriGym will never subject you to this, we even offer FREE unlimited resists. 
• Does the course come with free CPDs? – CPDs can help to bolster your experience and skill set. This is why we offer package deals, offering these courses for FREE as part of package deals.
• What do previous students say? – Read reviews to see what former students have to say. Thankfully, OriGym is among the highest-rated training providers in the UK, you can even see our 4.9-star rating on Trustpilot

By asking these questions, you’ll be able to find the right course provider to help you become a group fitness instructor.

Do Group Fitness Instructors Need Insurance?

As your understanding of the group fitness instructor role grows, you’ll naturally question – ‘What does a group fitness instructor do about insurance?’.

For immediate clarity, purchasing insurance is absolutely vital. Accidents can always happen, regardless of what kinds of classes you teach, insurance provides you with legal protection in the event that a claim is made against you.

When purchasing this be sure to opt for a reputable provider that offers both public liability and indemnity coverage – such as Insure4sport:

By selecting a package which contains these policies, you’ll be protected against claims such as:

• Professional negligence
• Injury or illness suffered by you or your clients
• Providing incorrect exercise guidance to clients

Reputable insurance providers like Insure4Sport will also provide you with the option of covering your equipment, in the event it’s lost, stolen or damaged.

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How Do I Become a Group Fitness Instructor Teaching Branded Classes?

With popular brands like Les Mills, Zumba and Spin dominating the fitness industry, it’s easy to see why so many people want to become group fitness instructors with these companies. 

If you fall into this category you’re going to need more than just a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification. You will be required to pay for specific training that has been created and approved by the brand itself.

This is because these types of classes and choreography will be trademarked by the brand, meaning you won’t be able to lead these sessions without that specific qualification. 

For example, the screenshot below shows how Les Mills requires applicants to pay £425 for a registration process alone!

Additional fees may follow, for example, the price advertised above is just for one Les Mills qualification. If you wanted to teach other classes for the name brand you’d have to pay the fee again and earn an entirely new qualification.

E.g. if you paid £425 for BODYATTACK training but also wish to teach BODYPUMP, then you’ll need to pay another £425 to do so.

Another factor to consider if you want to teach branded classes is where you’ll work. For example, as a Les Mills instructor, you will only be able to teach at locations that have paid for the rights to host Les Mills classes!

For example, you couldn’t go into a regular indoor cycling class and begin teaching Les Mills’ branded RPM choreography. 

We recommend conducting thorough research into the brand’s popularity within your local area prior to undergoing training. This will determine whether the branded qualification is a worthy investment for your career. 

In some instances, it will make you a more valuable employee and will allow you to pursue job roles that were previously inaccessible to you! 

Become a Group Fitness Instructor with a Specialism

One of the most rewarding things about being a group fitness instructor is that the role allows you to develop a specialism, teaching a key area of fitness that interests you.

The job advertisement below posted by The Oakwood Club is a prime example of how employers want instructors who are adaptable and can teach multiple different classes:

To become a group fitness instructor with a specialism, you may complete further training. Using the job advertisement mentioned above as an example, we can say that candidates who hold a Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga are more likely to be hired than someone who has not undergone training. 

That’s not to say that every ‘speciality’ requires you to earn additional qualifications. Some instructors may gain industry experience in specific areas and develop an interest whilst working – e.g. leading indoor cycling classes.

Opportunities for Progression as a Group Fitness Instructor

Now you know how to become a group fitness instructor, you can begin to plan your career and look towards your future. With this in mind, let’s discuss some ways you can progress professionally within the fitness industry.

Start Your Own Fitness Business

After becoming a group fitness instructor, you will have gained enough experience working at a gym to start your own fitness class business, especially if you were a freelancer.

When running your own business, you’re in control! This means you can make all the important decisions, such as:

• How to market your services
• What hours you’ll work
• The kind of classes you’ll teach

For example, you could decide to specialise in dance fit sessions for postnatal mothers or work out classes that promote wellbeing in elderly individuals – the possibilities are limitless! 

Running your own business also comes with unlimited earning potential. This is because you have direct control over the prices of your classes, rather than being confined to a fixed salary.

Progress by Qualifying as a Personal Trainer

After becoming a group fitness instructor, you may wish to pursue additional qualifications and become a certified personal trainer.

In doing so, you can begin to work with clients on a one-to-one basis, creating tailored workout programmes that help them achieve their specific fitness goals.

Other responsibilities of a personal trainer include conducting assessments to assess a client’s current fitness levels and providing check-ins that monitor their progress throughout the programme.

This exciting career allows you to work across a variety of locations, including:

• Gyms
• Fitness Centres
• Parks
• Client’s Homes

You can also explore different employment opportunities, whether that’s in a fixed contracted position or becoming self-employed and starting your own business.

Whilst working in this highly lucrative position, you could potentially earn up to £39,860 according to Glassdoor – A drastic increase from the salary of a group fitness instructor.

Consider Nutrition Coaching

Becoming a Sports Nutritionist is an exciting opportunity that allows you to expand your services.

Alongside teaching group fitness classes, you will be able to provide class attendees with nutrition advice and recommend meal plans that help to facilitate their health-related goals.

After qualifying, you can even begin to expand beyond in-person group classes and establish an online nutrition business.

In short, becoming a sports nutritionist will set you apart from other competitors, as you will be able to provide services they don’t offer. If this sounds appealing to you, then you will first need to complete a nutritionist course.

In doing so, you will receive the highest possible standards of training in the industry, as our courses are regulated and approved by Ofqual.

Run Your Own Bootcamp

You could also consider starting a fitness bootcamp as a way of progressing your existing career. 

Bootcamps provide full-body workouts, not just physically but also mentally. These are intense group sessions that combine a range of training styles such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and military-style drills.

 

You could even learn how to integrate specific pieces of workout equipment into these sessions. This also allows you to continue expanding your knowledge and skills with courses such as a Kettlebell Course or Medicine Ball CPD to keep things engaging for those in attendance. 

Similar to the point above, running your own bootcamps means you will have control over the prices of your sessions and how many people you train, providing you with more income.

Before You Go!

Now you know how to become a certified group fitness instructor, it’s time to take your first steps towards this career.

Completing a Diploma in Personal Training acts as a great launching pad for your future career. Upon completion, we will help you make an immediate impact in the industry, with a guaranteed job interview! 

For more information on what to expect throughout this course, you can download our FREE course prospectus.

If you’re looking to become an online fitness coach in the UK, our step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know:

• Step 1 – Get Qualified To Become An Online Fitness Coach
• Step 2 – Gain Practical Experience To Become A Fitness Coach Online
• Step 3 – Choose Your Specialism As An Online Fitness Coach
• Step 4 – Decide How You Will Deliver Your Online Fitness Coaching
• Step 5 – Get The Right Legal Coverage For Your Fitness Coaching Business
• Step 6 – Decide Your Rates For Your Online Fitness Coaching Business
• Step 7 – Market Yourself As An Online Fitness Coach

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in health and fitness and want to eventually become an online personal trainer, you can enrol on OriGym’s Personal Training Diploma and qualify in as little as 4 weeks! 

Learn more about our PT courses in our FREE course prospectus!

Step 1 – Get Qualified To Become An Online Fitness Coach

If you’re wondering how to become an online fitness coach in the UK, the first step is to get qualified. You will need to complete the following two qualifications:

• Level 2 Gym Instructor Course
• Level 3 Personal Training Course 

You can either take these courses separately or combined through OriGym’s cost-effective Personal Training Diploma, qualifying in as little as 4 weeks! This will lay the foundation of your career as a fitness instructor and means you can eventually become a personal trainer.

The good news is, you don’t need any specific or additional qualifications to coach clients online! However, if you’re looking to specialise in a particular area of fitness, you should take relevant additional training, such as:

• Level 4 Advanced Sports Nutrition 
• Level 4 Lower Back Pain Management 
• Level 4 Diabetes Control and Weight Management 

Step 2 – Gain Practical Experience To Become A Fitness Coach Online

Even if you’re specifically wanting to know how to become an ‘online’ fitness coach, it will benefit your career to initially gain in-person practical experience.

In doing so, you can develop transferable skills for your online coaching career. 

The best way to do this is by working in a gym or fitness centre as a personal trainer, and gaining experience training clients on a one-to-one basis. 

Working in this capacity will also help you build up a pool of loyal clients who will then follow you when you move your services online.

These individuals will be more likely to invest in your new business, as they will be aware that your training methods get the results they desire. 

Building rapport with in-person clients is therefore so important. Should they follow you to your online services, you can gain immediate financial stability, which is often a worry for any new business venture. 

Step 3 – Choose Your Specialism As An Online Fitness Coach

When exploring how to become an online health and fitness coach, you will need to decide what area you wish to specialise in.  

When making this decision, consider these two questions:

• What area of fitness and training do I personally excel in?
• Who do I want my clients (or ‘target audience’) to be?

For example, you could decide that you excel in creating weight loss programmes, and therefore wish to target clients looking to lose weight.

By targeting those who are looking specifically for an online fitness coach who specialises in weight loss, you’re immediately more appealing to clients who want specific results or specialised programmes, since you offer the exact service they are looking for. 

In other words, you will be regarded as an expert in that particular type of training, helping you stand out from other coaches who offer more general and holistic services.

Deciding your niche will also help you determine what qualifications are needed to pursue this specific career. 

Step 4 – Decide How You Will Deliver Your Online Fitness Coaching

When learning how to become an online fitness coach in the UK, there are three main ways that you can operate:

#1- Sell Self-Guided Online Fitness Plans

A self-guided plan is when clients independently work through a fitness programme that you give them. For example, you could create general plans for goals such as ‘weight loss’ or ‘gaining muscle’. 

Alternatively, if you already have a Level 3 personal trainer qualification, you would be qualified to create tailored virtual programmes for individuals with more specific needs and goals. 

In each case, the client would conduct the workouts themselves in their own home or at the gym in their own time. 

You could also add further value to your services by offering things such as weekly/monthly video check-ins, or communicating with clients via Whatsapp to support them alongside their plan.

This is a great option if you want to have lots of different clients enrolled on the same programme. You can therefore maximise your earnings since you can take on more clients with the same amount of time and effort. 

We have a whole article on selling fitness programmes online for more information about how to get started with this area of online coaching. 

#2- Coach Clients 1-to-1 Online in Real-Time 

Instead of creating a plan that clients complete in their own time, this option involves coaching clients live on a 1-to-1 basis via video chat. This essentially means giving them everything you would get from an in-person session, just virtually!

This can be done effectively through video calls using your laptop and microphone and can be held on platforms such as Zoom. 

 

#3- Record Workout Videos To Sell To Clients 

This is essentially when you pre-record videos that you can then sell to multiple clients. 

This means that instead of working with each of your clients individually on separate video calls, you can make one video and send that same video to an unlimited number of different clients!

In other words, you can earn more money from more clients by working the same amount of time! 

Should you decide to pursue this career, you will therefore need to invest in some filming equipment, such as a high-quality camera and microphone. 

Step 5 – Get The Right Legal Coverage For Your Fitness Coaching Business

If you are looking into how to become an online health and fitness coach, there are a two key legalities you should put in place:

#1- Online Fitness Coach Insurance

When considering how to become an online fitness coach, the main type of insurance you will need is personal liability insurance. 

This kind of insurance can provide protection if a client makes a claim against you for an injury or damage to property. A lack of insurance can lead to severe legal fines and in severe cases prison sentences.  

Within the last few years, most insurance providers have extended their policies to cover online sessions and classes. When choosing a provider you will need to read their policies in great detail to ensure you’re receiving accurate coverage. 

You will also need equipment insurance to cover things like your laptop, camera and microphone.

#2- Register Your Online Fitness Coach Business

If you’re wanting to become an online health and fitness fitness coach, you’ll need to register your business with the HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for tax purposes. 

This means letting the government know your business exists and is paying relevant tax. However, you’ll only need to inform the HMRC and file a tax return if you earn more than £1000 in a year.

You can register through the UK government website as a sole trader or limited company. 

The best option is to register as a sole trader. This means that you can keep all your business profits after paying tax, but are responsible for your own finances.

It is therefore a good idea to hire an accountant to help you with the financial side of your business and to ensure that you calculate your taxes correctly. 

Step 6 – Decide Your Rates For Your Online Fitness Coaching Business

The next step in how to become an online health and fitness coach is to decide on how much you want to charge for your services. 

You should consider your outgoing expenses when deciding your prices and ensure that they cover costs such as:

• Buying and maintaining equipment such as a laptop, camera, microphone etc.
• Paying for an accountant
• Paying for software such as a website builder

It is also a good idea to conduct some market research to see how much your competitors are charging. This will allow you to price yourself appropriately, finding a balance between your prices being competitive and making a profit. 

To do this, you should try to:

• Offer sessions for slightly less than your competitors
• Provide customers with more than what competitors are offering

You could offer online sessions on a pay-as-you-go basis. But the best way to price your online fitness business is using packages. 

 

Step 7 – Market Yourself As An Online Fitness Coach

The next step in how to become an online fitness coach is to market your business to attract your first clients! 

Here are some techniques that are particularly beneficial for becoming an online fitness coach:

#1- Develop a Social Media Strategy For Your Online Fitness Coach Business

Social media is one of the best ways to promote your business, build brand awareness and interact with your clients.

For example, you could start a fitness instagram to build your brand this way and interact with followers directly, leading to more interest in your service.

You could also use social media advertising to target a specific demographic- which we will explain more below when we discuss paid advertising. 

#2- Use Family and Friend Referrals To Promote Your Online Fitness Coach Business

Another online business idea is to use a referral scheme. This is when you give current clients an incentive to refer their family and friends to your business. 

People are more likely to use a service when it’s recommended by someone they know and trust, making it one of the best ways to grow your online fitness coaching business!

Examples of popular incentives include:

• Discounted classes
• Free sessions
• Gift cards
• Cash incentives

This marketing tool benefits everyone – your clients will receive a benefit, and you will gain a new client!

#3- Create A Landing Page And Website For Your Online Fitness Coaching Business

When you’re thinking about how to become an online fitness coach, it’s important to have a professional landing page and/or website to attract clients and promote your business. 

A personal training landing page is a stand-alone page customers land on when they click through from something like social media, an email or an ad. 

These pages are less about exploration, and more focused on guiding customers to complete a specific action, turning visitors into leads or sales.

For example, a landing page could feature an enquiry box where potential clients enter their details for you to contact them. 

You will also need a high-quality and professional website that is easy to use and navigate. This gives your business credibility and makes users trust you, making them more likely to enquire and become paying clients! 

A strong website is particularly important if you are wanting to create a library of videos that you then sell to clients, as this is where they will access them. 

#4- Utilise Paid Advertising As An Online Fitness Coach

One of the best ways to market your online fitness coaching business is by using paid advertising. 

This method is great for businesses who are just starting out because:

• They are cost-effective – you only pay if someone actually clicks on your ad. 
• You can target a specific audience, i.e. people who are already searching for online fitness coaching. 
• You can reach a large number of people at the same time
• They are quick and easy to set up

The two main platforms to use paid advertising are Google and across social media. This allows you to reach a greater audience and eventually be a successful online personal trainer.

#5 – Use Email Marketing To Promote Your Online Fitness Coaching Business 

Email marketing involves capturing people’s contact details on your website or through social media, and sending targeted marketing emails to those individuals. 

These emails are a great way for you to advertise your services, increase general brand awareness and promote any offers you are currently running.

Ready to Become an Online Fitness Coach?

As the UK’s leading health and fitness course provider, OriGym has helped hundreds of aspiring fitness professionals get into the fitness industry, including online fitness coaching. 

If you’re ready to pursue this career for yourself, get a Personal Training Diploma under your belt! Through qualifying, you will develop beneficial skills and knowledge to ensure the future success of your online coaching business. 

To learn more about our industry-leading qualification, be sure to download our FREE course prospectus here