
The Manchester College strengthens links with industry thanks to YOUR Personal Training partnership
The Manchester College has announced an exciting new partnership with Swansea based YOUR Personal Training. The news builds on the success of the College’s recent collaboration with PureGym and reinforces the further education providers commitment to equipping its students with the skills, experience and industry connections needed to excel in their careers.
YOUR Personal Training offers a range of personal training services, including fitness courses, one-on-one and online personal training, group exercise classes, and corporate wellness programmes. They also provide business support to help aspiring Personal Trainers build successful careers.
As part of the partnership, students studying the Level 3 Personal Training and Sport Science and Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training courses at the College will enjoy guest lecturers from staff at YOUR Personal Training, along with a guaranteed job interview following the successful completion of their studies.
Sport Tutor Chris Blackburn said: “Linking up with YOUR Personal Training is yet more great news for our students.
The partnership is a fantastic opportunity to bridge the gap between education and employment, providing our students with real-world connections, invaluable interview experience and the chance to progress straight into industry.
“We were keen to work with YOUR Personal Training because of the personalised support that they offer candidates, which continues once an applicant in is post through mentoring and business development CPD. They also work exclusively with businesses that provide an environment in which Personal Trainers can thrive.
“We have around 20 students due to complete their studies in 2025 who will be eligible for a guaranteed job interview. This could see them land a Personal Training role at one of 400 sites in the UK.”
Head of Department for Sport, Public Services and Criminology at The Manchester College, Stuart Nickson, added: “Our courses equip our students with the skills, experience and connections they’ll need to pursue thriving careers in the fitness industry and it’s great to have YOUR Personal Training on board to help us achieve this ambition.”
YOUR Personal Training Co-owner and Directory James Lorey said: “YOUR Personal Training remains dedicated to finding world-class talent to join our sector and recognise that partnering with leading institutions is vital for talent identification.
"The health and fitness industry thrives on passionate and skilled professionals, and we are proud to collaborate with The Manchester College to offer incredible career opportunities to their graduates. Together, we are shaping the next generation of fitness professionals and empowering them to build rewarding careers whilst inspiring healthier communities.”
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