Really good experience during my in person assessment. All went smoothly, whole process explained before we started which helped to put me (and my client) at ease. The gym was on the smaller side bu... See more
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Study Active is one of the UK’s leading and most established providers of Personal Trainer qualifications. Study Active is an Active IQ approved centre delivering CIMSPA endorsed and Ofqual regulated Gym Instructor & Personal Trainer courses, delivered by online and blended learning. Rated “Outstanding” by CIMSPA and “Highly Recommended” by ukactive, Study Active prides itself for delivering exceptional course quality, cutting edge innovation, and excellent customer service. In addition to Personal Trainer courses, we also offer the prestigious RSPH Level 4 Award in Nutrition as well as a range of other professional development courses. We also pride ourselves on the careers support that we provide our graduates due to our substantial links with nationwide Gyms and Personal Trainer companies. Our holistic approach makes us a very popular choice for anyone wanting to enter and progress in the fitness sector.
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I recently finished L2 Gym Instructor course. It was excellent experience. My assessor, Colin was particularly helpful and explained everything in detail, making me feel comfortable throughout the process. I'm truly grateful for the support I received

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Very helpful and supportive tutors. Information is digestible and easy to understand.
Self-paced learning at its finest! Friendly and knowledgeable tutors who are available for advice and guidance.
It’s been fantastic learning about what’s involved in becoming a PT. The course allowed me to study at my own pace, alongside a demanding job. It has motivated me to continue learning and build on the knowledge I’ve gained so far. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to start their journey.
Be very cautious on purchasing any of these courses that they offer as combined packages. They stipulate a 2 week period cancellation period for the WHOLE package: on the more advanced courses, even if you have never tried them out or will not access them after 6 months to 1-2 years as you progress through the courses. They then refuse to refund any course from any part of the combined package, despite their heavy promotion of combined packages. As justification they say you agreed in the terms and conditions ignoring the basic unfairness of what they promote. Buy only the course that you need as stand alone as I lost over £2000.

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I recently completed my level 2 gym instructing course & would highly recommend. I had Chris for my practical assessment who was lovely & so knowledgeable & really made me and my dad feel at ease. Looking forward to completing my Level 3 PT qualification, thanks again!

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Absolutely amazing company to study with, they cover all angles of the courses. I studied both L2 Gym Instructor and L3 Personal Training with study active. Course content, webinars and manuals are on point.
Tutors are very knowledgeable and only a phone call away. Kelly and Heather were were good, my tutor for L3 Rebecca was amazing, I phoned several times and she was genuinely interested in helping me pass and has a wealth of knowledge. I can’t thank Rebecca enough.
I highly recommend Study Active to anyone who is wanting to study L2 or L3.
Amazing company with great staff.

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Support from the team was fantastic, always prompt, clear and gave full explanations. Particular thanks to Rebecca, Natalie and Louise for your guidance.

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I've recently completed my L2 Gym Instructor course and everything has been really great. The online materials are good quality & easy to use, the tutor support team are very responsive, and there are lots of additional materials to help prepare you for the practical assessment. Colin was my assessor - he explained everything in detail & put me at ease straight away, resulting in an enjoyable experience for my practical. I'm looking forward to getting stuck in with L3 PT now!

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A great experience with study active. Constant tutor support whenever needed and such a friendly assessor for my practical - Chris Walsh - made me feel totally at ease and filled me with confidence throughout. Thank you study active !!

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I just finished my Level 2 Personal Trainer qualification with Study Active, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From start to finish, I felt completely supported.
At the end of the course, there were a few assignments I was a bit nervous about—like filming a client consultation and delivering a training session. But in the end, it all went so smoothly! I filmed my consultation at home and decided to do my practical exam in person.
Colin was my assessor, and I really enjoyed the session. He was there every step of the way, making sure everything was going well without ever feeling intrusive. His feedback was really constructive and made the whole experience feel positive and professional.
Now, I’m excited to start my Level 3 with Study Active.

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Just completed my Lv 3 PT exam with Study Active and it was a brilliant experience from state to finish. My assessor, Colin, was really helpful and explained everything in detail before guiding me through my final assessment. He took the time to detail what was required and provide useful tips to support my learning. I would highly recommend Study Active if your thinking of training to be a personal trainer in the future and Colins assessment skills are great 👍

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Did my practical assessment yesterday with Chris Walsh and he was absolutely amazing. I was put at ease from the very start and felt very comfortable about what I was being instructed to do. Can’t wait to do my level 3 with them now

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I completed my L3 Personal Training Qualification today, successfully passing my practical assessment with Chris Walsh! From the moment my client and I arrived, Chris immediately made us feel at ease. He had a wonderful manner throughout the assessment; providing support, encouragement and helpful tips for my future development in the industry. The entire experience was so enjoyable and I’m so pleased that Chris was my assessor - highly recommend to all learners!
I’ve found the course as a whole comprehensive, well structured and thorough. I’d like to give a special shout out to Kelly and Heather who have both been so efficient in responding to any queries or concerns I’ve had throughout my learning.
A big thank you to the entire team at Study Active. Couldn’t have chosen a better company to achieve my qualifications with!

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I recently finished my L2 gym Instructor course and the whole process was very smooth with loads of help from staff from study active. On the day I arrived at the gym group and was met by Colin. Colin was a great examiner, he was constructive and informative with all feed back and really made for a pleasant and rewarding experience.

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I chose Study Active after seeing the great reviews from other students and glad I did. I had my L2 practical with Colin who made me feel at ease throughout my assessment as well as providing me with guidance along the way which was greatly appreciated!

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I recently decided to make a career change to become a PT and after some research chose Study Active as the provider. The courses have been a mix of on line learning, coursework, theory and practical exams which have been well structured and with great course content. I have to make a shout out to my tutor, Rebecca, who has been nothing short of outstanding. Her knowledge and attention to detail I have found incredible and although she is on the other end of the phone has been very approachable and we have set the world to rights on a few occasions. I think having a tutor who you can connect with is so important to the experience as it makes distance learning much more enjoyable and easier. The office team who answer the phones have also been great and any admin queries are dealt with quickly, which is especially important when you are waiting for results. Overall a great provider and I would not hesitate to recommend if you are the sort of person who can self motivate and manage remote learning.

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Tutor support and resources were great. The exams and assessments were straightforward and pressure free. I completed my Level 2 & 3 with them, just waiting for my certificate. I would recommend 👌

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I was really nervous going into my level 2 practical assessment, but Colin helped to put me at ease and gave me some really helpful advise for completing my level 3!

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