Qualification Courses

Target Group and Prerequisites

This course is targeted towards anyone, who wants to attain the authorization card for open training at the RWTH GYM and has little to no prior experience.

Content and Objectives

In this course you learn a number of basic exercises addressing endurance, strength, and mobility. The individual training plan is rounded out with theoretical and practical components, offering a foundation for at least 12 weeks of training.

Particularities

The course capacity is a minimum of three and a maximum of six participants. Attendance at the first session is mandatory in order to continue with the course. To receive the qualification, all three sessions of the course must be completed. If two course sessions are missed, a new introductory course must be booked.

For international students, RWTH GYM offers special introductory courses in English. Basic German language skills (B2 level) are required for participation in a German introductory course.

Course rebooking or cancellation

Rebookings or cancellations are only possible if an email has been sent to the gym's address before the course starts; requests made after the start of the course can no longer be considered.

Target Group and Requirements

This course is targeted toward anyone, who wants to attain the authorization card for open training at the RWTH GYM and can provide documentation of at least six months of training experience.

Contents and Goals

In this course, you learn a number of basic exercises addressing endurance, strength, and mobility. The individual training plan is completed with theoretical and practical components, offering a foundation for at least 12 weeks of training.

Particularities

There are two options for registering for the lateral entry course:
Courses are password protected due to the verification of at least six months of training experience in a gym.
Accepted proofs for participation in the lateral entry course:

• A gym membership in which a runtime of at least six months is clearly visible
• Screenshots of bank statements with debits from a gym for at least six months
• A confirmation email of the gym about the membership runtime
• Sport-specific coaching qualifications, such as B-level trainer, strength and fitness

Option 1: Registration via email

To register, please send us a certificate via E-Mail e.g. old contract and the desired course number of the lateral entry course. The certificate must indicate that a minimum participation period of six months has occurred. After verification, we will send you the corresponding password for registration.

Option 2: Registration On-Site

Booking is possible on-site at the RWTH GYM during opening hours. For on-site registration, a certificate must be presented, such as an old contract, in digital or printed form. The certificate must clearly indicate that a participation period of at least six months has occurred. After verifying the certificate, your booking will be activated.

Course rebooking or cancellation

Rebookings or cancellations are only possible if an email has been sent to the gym's address before the course starts; requests made after the start of the course can no longer be considered.