First Aid Training for Gyms, Leisure and Sports Clubs
Exercise raises the stakes: cardiac arrest, head injuries and sports injuries all happen where people train and compete. We train your instructors, coaches and staff on site.
Fixed prices: Emergency First Aid at Work £645, First Aid at Work £1,595 per session for up to 12 staff at your premises, including trainer, equipment, certificates and travel.
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Book trainingGyms, leisure centres and sports clubs see a wider range of emergencies than most workplaces: sudden cardiac arrest during exercise, head injuries, fractures, sprains and heat illness. Staff and coaches are often the first people on the scene, and members expect them to know what to do.
Many fitness industry bodies, employers and insurers expect instructors to hold a current first aid qualification, so check what applies to your team. We train them together, on site in your studio or clubhouse, up to 12 people per session.
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Sudden cardiac arrest is the emergency that matters most in fitness settings, and survival depends on CPR and defibrillation within minutes. Every gym and club with an AED should make sure several staff are confident to use it, and that it is registered on The Circuit so the ambulance service can direct people to it. Our guide to AEDs at work, linked below, covers when a site needs one.
Head injuries need particular care in sport. The UK's grassroots concussion guidelines sum up the approach in five words: if in doubt, sit them out. Coaches and staff should know the warning signs that mean a player must stop and be assessed, and which signs mean calling 999.
Many clubs rely on volunteers and freelance coaches, which makes cover patchy. Training a group together, and recording who is qualified for which sessions, means a trained person is present whenever members are training or competing.
Who we typically train in Gyms, leisure & sports clubs
A typical booking is a gym training its instructors and front desk team in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) in one day, or a sports club training coaches in First Aid at Work ahead of the season.
First aid training for personal trainers and gym staff
Personal trainers, fitness instructors and gym floor staff are often the first to reach a member who collapses mid-session. Most gym operators and insurers expect instructors to hold a current first aid certificate, and many personal trainers need one to work.
We train your instructors and staff at your gym, on the gym floor or in a studio. Emergency First Aid at Work is £645 for up to 12 people in one day, and First Aid at Work is £1,595 for up to 12 over three days. Every person who passes receives an Ofqual-regulated certificate, valid for three years.
- Cardiac arrest on the gym floor: CPR and using your own defibrillator
- Fainting, exhaustion and heat illness during exercise
- Sprains, strains, suspected fractures and head injuries
- Asthma, diabetic emergencies and severe allergic reactions
- Sessions early in the day or on quieter afternoons, before the evening rush
Cardiac arrest ready
Exercise can trigger cardiac arrest in people with undiagnosed conditions. CPR and defibrillator use are drilled until they are automatic.
Sports injuries covered
Sprains, fractures and head injuries, including when to stop someone continuing. First Aid at Work goes deeper on all three.
Instructors and coaches together
Employed staff, freelance instructors and volunteer coaches can train in one on-site session.
Recommended courses
The one-day Emergency First Aid at Work course suits most gym and studio staff. Leisure centres, contact sports and larger clubs should consider the three-day First Aid at Work course for some staff, because it covers fractures and head and spinal injuries in depth.
Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day)
£645 per session for up to 12 staff
First Aid at Work (3 days)
£1,595 per session for up to 12 staff
Fitness and sports teams are part of the 1,000+ people we have trained, reflected in our 5.0 rating from 300+ Google reviews.
What our clients say
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“We had a great first aid training session with Joseph. He was friendly, knowledgeable and explained everything clearly. The whole team really enjoyed the day and found it very useful, especially the practical exercises. We would definitely recommend Amber Training!”
“Joseph taught my company first aid training - it was really informative and well structured, allowing us to really understand what it is to be a trained first aider.”
“I had my first aid training and it was honestly the best first aid training I’ve ever attended. Everything was explained so clearly and in a way that was easy to understand and remember. The training was informative, engaging, and very well delivered. You could really tell that they knew their subject and genuinely wanted everyone to feel confident with the skills they were learning. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for first aid training. Thank you for such a great experience!”
“Joseph was an incredible teacher. The session was entertaining while being extremely educational and he ensured to answer all of the teams questions.”
“Thank you very much to Joseph for an amazing First Aid training experience. He was very patient, answered all the questions and passed on the knowledge in very easy and clear way.”
“Joseph is a great trainer, very interactive and welcomes all questions. I’ve learnt a lot today!”
“Very good. Joseph was excellent, very personable, patient and knowledgeable”
“We did a one day course, very informative and helpful for our team thanks Joseph!”
“Joseph was great! Highly engaging. Really recommend”
Gyms, leisure & sports clubs first aid training: common questions
Do fitness instructors need a first aid qualification?
Many fitness industry bodies, employers and insurers expect instructors to hold a current first aid qualification. Check the requirements that apply to you; a regulated Emergency First Aid at Work certificate, valid for three years, is widely used.
Which course suits a sports club?
Emergency First Aid at Work covers CPR, defibrillator use, bleeding and choking. First Aid at Work adds fractures, head and spinal injuries and more, which suits contact sports and larger clubs.
Should a gym have a defibrillator?
Most gyms and leisure facilities should seriously consider one, because exercise can trigger cardiac arrest. If you have one, train several staff to use it and register it on The Circuit.
Guides for gyms, leisure and sports clubs
- Does Your Workplace Need a Defibrillator? UK AED Rules and Training
- HSE First Aid Requirements for Small Businesses (UK)
- What to Do If Someone Is Choking: A Workplace Guide
Related pages
Train your Gyms, leisure & sports clubs team on site
In your studio, gym floor or clubhouse, we will train your team to act when it matters. Choose your course, number of staff and preferred date. No payment until your booking is confirmed. Confirmation by email within one working day.
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