Turn your passion into a profession
Storm Fitness and Create PT have teamed up to offer a hybrid personal training qualification. Qualify in just 12 weeks with a unique combination of online learning and in-person practical workshops, hosted at Storm Fitness in Newcastle.
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to become a fully qualified personal trainer, while offering the flexibility to learn at your own pace and gain valuable hands-on experience in the gym from one of our expert trainers.
- CIMSPA & Focus Awards Accredited
- Additional content to help you succeed once qualified
- State-of-the-art online learning
- Realistic year 1 business plan
- In-depth understanding of practical coaching
- Guaranteed interviews upon completion
- Tutored by industry leading coaches
- Same day WhatsApp group 1:1 support 7 days a week
- No entry requirements
£1999
NEXT COURSE: SEPTEMBER 2025
Enrol by August 23rd 2025
Course outline
Get hands on, face-to-face coaching from expert tutors on practical elements
Our online learning platform allows you to complete the theory from your own home
Guaranteed pass and qualification completion within 12 weeks
Weekly task deadlines, bi-weekly in-person practical workshops & assessments
3-24 month, interest-free payment plans available with guaranteed acceptance
Multi-award-winning qualifications and learner support
IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS
YOU WILL RECEIVE 6 x 4-5 HOUR WORKSHOPS AT STORM FITNESS
Wk1
Consultation Workshop
+
A&P Presentation Assessment
WK3
Food Diary Analysis & Nutrition Workshop
+
Consultation Assessment
wk5
Movement Screening & Mobility
+
Training Techniques Assessment
wk7
Coaching Compound Movements Workshop
Wk9
PT Delivery & Programming Workshop
+
Group PT Assessment
Wk11
1-2-1 PT Session Assessment
EXPERT TUITION
Lewis Coldham BSc
Lewis professional background started within within professional football academies as both a strength & conditioning coach and a sport scientist at Colchester United Football Club later specialising in injury rehabilitation at West Ham United Academy. He spent 9 years helping players return to high-level performance following injury. While at the club he would also have his first experience supporting the education programme full-time intern coaches at the club within the physical development department.
After leaving football, Lewis expanded his scope by working as a Strength & Rehabilitation Coach with athletes from a range of sporting backgrounds. He developed a particular interest and expertise in lower limb injuries—especially ACL and other knee-related issues on top of being a coach.
Lewis then transitioned into education and mentoring, taking on university lecturing roles as well as coaching where he shared his applied knowledge with aspiring sport scientists and coaches. In 2024, he joined Create PT as a tutor, where he supports learners with their studies for their level 2 and 3 qualifications, leads the development and delivery of the Level 4 Diploma in Strength & Conditioning, and regularly presents at in-person education workshops.
Now based in the North East of England, Lewis works as a Personal Trainer and coach as part of the team here at Storm Fitness. Here, he continues to coach a diverse range of clients, delivering both performance training and rehabilitation support, alongside his educational work with the Create PT team.
Course DETAILS
Qualification Content
- Professional Practise and Health and Safety
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Principles of Health
- Support Clients Lifestyle and Enhance Motivation
- Applying Nutritional Principles to Personal Training
- Conducting Effective Consultations
- Practical Coaching, Mobility and Movement Screening
- Effective Programme Design and Session Delivery
- Building a Successful Personal Training Business
The course meets all the requirements for level 2 and level 3 without all the needless duplication. Instead of completing 2 separate consultations, 2 programmes, 2 PT sessions, 2 A&P exams, you’ll follow this streamlined syllabus that focusses your time and effort on the areas that matter most and makes you the best quality PT ready to hit the ground running once qualified.
Qualification Delivery
Online Self-Paced Learning
The online portion of your qualification will be completed through our state-of-the-art learning platform. You’ll learn about the theory of personal training, saving the practical application and assessments for the in-person workshops.
You’ll find a combination of written and video content delivered by our team of expert tutors, which has been designed to give you the best level of education and leave you feeling ready to hit the ground running upon completion.
Practical Workshops
To complement the online learning, you’ll attend a series of in-person workshops at your local gym. The workshops are delivered by our master trainers who have been in your shoes and gone on to build successful PT businesses.
Workshops will be used to apply and enhance what you learn online, rather than spending time recapping what you’ve already learnt.
You’ll gain real life insights into the most useful topics including nutrition, consultations, practical coaching, programme design, session delivery and the sales and personal skills required to build a successful business.
Assessments
Workbooks & Knowledge Checks– There are knowledge check tests throughout the course that help reinforce what you’ve learnt. You’ll complete interactive workbooks embedded throughout the course. These include a range of question types testing your understanding of the course content, and helping you to retain the key topics you’ll use with your own clients.
Assignments – Some modules are assessed by you completing tasks such as a business plan, food diary analysis, PT programme and more. These are designed to be the type of real life tasks you’ll carry out and put to use once you’re qualified. Workshop time will be dedicated to helping you with these so you have the support of your tutor and fellow learners.
Practical Assessments – The practical assessments include a consultation, performing and coaching a range of key exercises, delivering a PT session and more. They are carried out in-person with your cohort, your tutor will be there to assist and assess you, so there is no need to rope in a friend or family to help, and no filming and uploading to worry about.
Support
Digital Support – Our team is available 7 days a week, and you can reach out by email at any time. You’ll usually receive a reply within 5 minutes from a friendly expert. When something needs a bit more clarity, our tutors will record a personalised video reply, sharing their screen to walk you through exactly what to do, step by step.
All theory work will be submitted through our online portal and you’ll receive feedback from a tutor within 3 working days either telling you you’ve passed or helping you understand what needs to be improved in order to pass.
You’ll also join a Whatsapp group with your fellow learners and tutor so you can bounce ideas around and get help whenever you need from an expert.
In-Person Support – This hybrid qualification includes 6 in-person workshops. The workshops are designed to build on what you learn online and apply your new skills so you qualify feeling confident in your own ability to succeed as a personal trainer.
Your tutor will be there throughout your learning journey to help as much as you need, in addition to the planned workshop content, you’ll be able to ask for one-to-one, in-person support from your tutor. They can answer any questions you have, or provide additional support on any specific modules or assessments.
Certification
Focus Awards – Our qualifications are all accredited by Focus Awards, following an OFQUAL regulated curriculum.
This is the industry standard that all employers and insurers will require. By mapping our syllabus to this high standard your certificate will be accepted worldwide and provide the foundation for you to continue your education within the fitness industry.
CIMSPA – Our qualifications are all CIMSPA endorsed, the leading governing body for the health and fitness industry.
This kite mark of quality shows that our courses are assessed rigorously to meet the highest industry standards possible.
So, you can rest assured that you’ll receive the best quality learning experience with an industry leading qualification upon completion.
Payment Methods
Pay in Full – You can pay in full using credit or debit card, AMEX, Klarna or Paypal.
Pay later – Sign up now with no payment and pay the balance in full in 30 days with Klarna.
Pay-in-3 – Pay in 3 interest free monthly payments with Klarna.
Interest Free Payment Plan – Secure your place with a £100 deposit then spread the balance over 12 interest free monthly payments with guaranteed acceptance and no hidden fees.
FAQ
How do I sign up?
Once you have decided on which course is right for you, just sign up online and choose how you’d like to pay.
You’ll be enrolled straight on to your course and sent your login details, along with an email from our team explaining how to get started.
Do I need gym experience?
No, you do not need gym experience.
We do recommend that you have some exercise experience, however our courses will provide you with all the knowledge you need to become a top-class fitness professional
Will you help me find a job once I've qualified?
Yes, we will.
We are partnered with most of the leading gym brands in the country & we have an in-house recruiter who will help find you a suitable role once qualified.
How does online learning work?
You’ll get access to our state of the art online learning platform with a combination of written and video content to help you learn everything you need to know.
As you work your way through the course there are worksheets to complete which are embedded within each lesson. So you just need to refer back to the learning content for the answers.
How long does the qualification take to complete?
For the Level 2 + 3 PT Diploma you have 12 months.
For packages you have 24 months.
With the average duration of the Level 2 & 3 Personal Training Diploma being 4/5, you have over double the required time to complete the qualification.
Is there parking at Storm?
Yes. We have private parking directly outside of our facility and lots more parking nearby.
What does it cost?
The hybrid Level 2 and Level 3 Personal training diploma is £1999.
How can I pay?
We accept cash and all major credit and debit cards including American express.
You can pay by direct debit interest free over 12months.
Are there showers and changing rooms
Yes nice ones! We have private changing and shower facilities on site, hair dryers and shower gels.