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Launch a Rewarding Career With OriGym's Accredited Gym Instructor Courses in Edinburgh
Get certified with OriGym's CIMSPA endorsed Level 2 Fitness Instructor course in Edinburgh. As a graduate you will be qualified to work in a range of settings, fulfilling duties such as conducting gym inductions, leading group classes, and carrying out health checks.
As well as allowing you to pursue a rewarding career, completing this entry-level qualification will open up tons of opportunities to progress in the fitness industry, qualifying you to move onto a Level 3 Personal Training course.
Once you’re qualified as a Level 2 Gym Instructor, OriGym’s post-course support team will be on hand to support you in your job search. Our careers services have helped over 92% of graduates find employment, the highest work placement rate among UK training providers.
Download our course prospectus for more information.
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Benefits of Completing our Level 2 Gym Instructor Course in Edinburgh
Students in Edinburgh can opt for our blended learning study method, which combines both online and practical study. You’ll complete the theoretical elements of the course online via our multi-award nominated eLearning platform, and attend practical workshops where you can put your newly acquired skills into practice.
Becoming a fitness instructor in Edinburgh provides an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant city and take on the fulfilling role of helping individuals to improve their fitness and overall well being.
On completion of your course, you’ll be able to pursue a lucrative career thanks to the continued growth in demand for fitness professionals in the city and across Scotland.
Ready to take the first step towards an exciting new career? Enquire now or download a free course prospectus to learn more about the course content, study methods, and finance options.
OriGym qualifies more fitness professionals than any other training provider in the UK. Choose the right course for you and start your new career today!
UNRIVALLED POST-COURSE SUPPORT
We provide our students with the best possible start in the industry by offering extensive career services.
Our team will land you a guaranteed job interview with one of our many industry partners.
As an OriGym graduate, you'll get access to exclusive discounts with hundreds of fitness brands.
Our team will analyse and provide feedback on your CV, and even distribute it to local employers.
Meet Ruby Jones, our Lead Tutor in Edinburgh
Holding her BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and a Masters Degree in Sports Nutrition, Ruby supports our students in Edinburgh throughout their Fitness Instructing and Personal Training courses.
Engaging with our students is incredibly rewarding, and I find great pride in watching as their confidence grows throughout their time with us.

Ruby’s Qualifications:
- BSc (Hons) Nutrition
- Masters Degree in Sports Nutrition
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 4 Advanced Sports Nutrition
- Level 4 Diabetes Control & Weight Management
- AVRA Teaching and Assessing Qualification
What do Ruby’s Students Think?
The assessment for my Level 2 certificate was an enjoyable experience and another way for me to establish the knowledge I have on the particular subject. Ruby Jones was my assessor and she was strict and helpful at the same time by providing important feedback at the end of the assessment that I would definitely use in the future.
-Konstantinos
PAYMENT OPTIONS
All OriGym students can set up an affordable payment plan as we don’t ask for guarantors.
Spread the cost of your fitness instructing course by setting up a flexible, interest-free payment plan.
Our gym instructor courses in Edinburgh are price matched to competitors without compromising on quality.
There are no prerequisite qualifications required as this is an entry-level course. However, students must be 16 years old or over to enrol.
All of our qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and awarded by Focus Awards. Our gym instructing course in Edinburgh is also endorsed by CIMSPA, so you can be confident that you’ll receive the highest standard of training.
Our Edinburgh venue is located near the City Bypass and has great public transport links, with regular bus routes, a train station, and tram stop all within walking distance.
You can find directions to the venue here.
OriGym students in Edinburgh can choose between our part-time and online study methods. As a part-time student, you’ll be taught via ‘blended learning’, which means you’ll study part of your course online and also attend practical workshops at our Edinburgh centre.
Online students complete the majority of the course remotely and are only required to physically attend a centre once for their final practical assessment. This makes online study the best choice for those looking for a fully flexible way to become a fitness instructor in Scotland.
All practical workshops and assessments in Edinburgh are held at Edinburgh College (Sighthill Campus) in the west of Edinburgh.
- Edinburgh College
Sighthill Campus
Bankhead Avenue
Edinburgh
EH11 4DE - 0800 002 9599
Testimonials

Anne Hansford
Outstanding - everyone at OriGym has been brilliant!
Overall, this has been a fantastic learning experience from my initial contact through my L2 practical assessment and beyond.
Tom did a fantastic job of getting me set up -- answering all of my questions and giving me plenty of time to really think through what I wanted to do and how I wanted to do it. He gave me several options for choosing a selection of courses that would help me achieve my goals and suggested the best method for doing that (blended online and in person workshops). He was friendly, patient, and confident throughout, without being pushy.
Can't overstate how valuable the workshop with Olivia was in helping prepare me for the practical assessment and in giving me a boost of confidence that I really needed. She was fantastic -- so knowledgeable, a great teacher, but really friendly and fun to be around too.
Chloe oversaw my assessment and she was also fantastic. Incredibly professional, and also really encouraging. And I was amazed at the detailed feedback she provided at the end of the session. Meanwhile, every person I have spoken to on the phone has been great -- again, professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and patient (even when they're answering questions they must have heard a thousand times before!).
Origym is clearly committed to excellence, and they have definitely built a team of top-rate professionals who are delivering a top-rate service.

Ramnik Sembi
Founder of Ramnik Personal TrainingInvaluable practical experience!
Before OriGym Ramnik was facing redundancy after a 10-year career. With an existing interest in health and fitness, Ramnik knew a role helping others to reach their goals would suit his personality and ambition. Searching online, he signed up to the Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer course.
I absolutely made the right decision to choose OriGym! I’m very grateful for their continued support and their amazing tutors. They are really encouraging, helping to build your confidence to succeed. OriGym’s approach to flexibility encouraged me to study in my own time through online assessments and tutorials. Perfect for a busy parent juggling responsibilities.
My career since has gone from strength to strength. I set up my own brand whilst studying, creating a home-based studio where I train my clients. I also work as a Group Fitness Instructor, have set up my own HIIT fitness event and work with local academies encouraging children to enjoy exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.