Personal Trainer Courses:
Online or In-Person

Internationally recognised Level 2 & 3 qualifications with hands-on internship opportunities in our Brighton & Hove gyms.

"The course prepared me incredibly well for life as a PT. I felt like I was ahead of the game compared to everyone else. Now I am living the dream life working as a PT in Sydney."
Harley
"I was recommended to PFA by a friend. The overall service makes PFA the best option if you want to become a PT."
Reece
"My favourite thing about PFA was the online course and the flexibility around my schedule. When I graduated, I went straight into employment at the Hove location!"
Kai
"I became a PT because I wanted to earn a bit of extra money. My favourite thing about PFA was the help I received. "
Emma
"I wanted to help other people. On the course I had an incredible group of people around me, and it was really easy to get help from the tutors "
Owen
"I've always had a passion for health and fitness. My favourite part of PFA was the flexibility and being around like-minded people"
Josh

Real Experience, Real Qualifications

Qualify as a Personal Trainer through our internationally recognised Level 2 & 3 courses. Study online, or join us in Brighton & Hove for blended learning with full tutor support.

 Online & blended learning options

 In-person workshops at our Brighton & Hove gym
 
 Weekly support for all students online and in person 

 Internship experience while you learn in our gyms
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Learn Inside Real Gyms

All local students can shadow professional coaches at our Hove and Ringmer gyms. You’ll gain the experience, confidence, and connections that make you career-ready.

 Shadow our PTs in live sessions

 Work directly with real members

 Get feedback from experienced coaches

 Graduate job-ready

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"I've always had a passion for health and fitness. My favourite part of PFA was the flexibility and being around like-minded people"
Josh
"I became a PT because I wanted to earn a bit of extra money. My favourite thing about PFA was the help I received. "
Emma
"I was recommended to PFA by a friend. The overall service makes PFA the best option if you want to become a PT."
Reece
"My favourite thing about PFA was the online course and the flexibility around my schedule. When I graduated, I went straight into employment at the Hove location!"
Kai
"The course prepared me incredibly well for life as a PT. I felt like I was ahead of the game compared to everyone else. Now I am living the dream life working as a PT in Sydney."
Harley
"I wanted to help other people. On the course I had an incredible group of people around me, and it was really easy to get help from the tutors "
Owen

Course Pathways

Fully Online

Set your own schedule or follow one of our learning plans to get you through the course in 6 (fast track option, additional fees) 12 or 18 weeks

Hybrid 

Complete the majority of your studies online following our learning plans with additional in person training days and exams.

In-person

Immerse yourself in the course and get the very best hands-on experience at our Centre of Excellence in Hove.

The very best in online learning 

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Death by slideshow? Not here.

Don't get stuck flicking through boring, endless slideshows. Becoming a Personal Trainer shouldn't feel like school! We have created engaging videos that guide you through the course seamlessly. With built-in interactive quizzes, the course will entertain and educate at the same time.
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Practical learning at your fingertips.

Our platform has countless practical tutorial videos to watch at your leisure, leaving you feeling confident to pass your practical exams and ready to step out onto the gym floor.
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Support when you need it.

Why wait for days, even weeks, for feedback. Our weekly Zoom support calls ensure that you always have someone available to answer questions, and each student is assigned a dedicated mentor to guide them throughout.
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Real employment opportunities.

We don't just promise interviews with other gyms. We are the gym. We have a growing number of gyms and studios based in Sussex with more coming across the UK!

Pro-Fitness Gyms are fully commercial facilities with Personal Training and group fitness classes. We take the best of our graduates and offer them jobs in our gyms upon qualification.
"I was recommended to PFA by a friend. The overall service makes PFA the best option if you want to become a PT."
Reece
"I became a PT because I wanted to earn a bit of extra money. My favourite thing about PFA was the help I received. "
Emma
"I've always had a passion for health and fitness. My favourite part of PFA was the flexibility and being around like-minded people"
Josh
"My favourite thing about PFA was the online course and the flexibility around my schedule. When I graduated, I went straight into employment at the Hove location!"
Kai
"I wanted to help other people. On the course I had an incredible group of people around me, and it was really easy to get help from the tutors "
Owen
"The course prepared me incredibly well for life as a PT. I felt like I was ahead of the game compared to everyone else. Now I am living the dream life working as a PT in Sydney."
Harley

How it works

  1. Book a call with our Tutors to learn more
  2. Choose your learning pathway and start studying
  3. Join practical workshops in Sussex (optional)
  4. Complete internship in our gyms (optional)
  5. Earn your international qualification
  6. Start working as a Personal Trainer
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Take the first step

Book a free call with our team of experts. No pushy sales chat — just honest answers about the course and your goals.

FREE WORKSHOPS

From Zero to Deadlift Hero: How great trainers build strength safely. 

Get instant access to our From Zero to Deadlift Hero workshop — a real inside look at how expert PTs coach beginners to lift safely, confidently, and with great technique.

Perfect for anyone thinking about becoming a personal trainer or wanting to level up their coaching skills.

👉 Download the workshop now and see what Pro Fitness Academy training is all about.
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