Sport is a national obsession: football, rugby, cricket, tennis. You name it, we love it! We all gather around the TV, cheering our favourite teams on, but how can you be that person working on the other side of the camera?
Within our Sport courses, you will under physiology, psychology, anatomy and chemistry with future careers available in a coach, physio, psychologist, a fitness instructor and much more! You will also be taught how the human body moves and the safe way to interact with training equipment.
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Meet our Sports students and tutors
Neil Farrell
Head of Curriculum for Creative Service IndustriesHaving studied Sport and Exercise Science through college and university, I began my career in the sport and active leisure industry before moving into the education sector. During my time at West Lancashire College, I have managed a wide breadth of Curriculum areas and different types of learning provision. This has included 16-18 provision, adult education, apprenticeship provision, Higher Education, community learning programmes through to provision for adults and young people with SEND. I strongly believe that education has the power to transform lives and that everyone should have access to high quality educational opportunities.
Caroline Stewart
Sports LecturerI began working at West Lancashire College in 2013 after completing my PGCE placement here. Having been involved in sports for over 25 years, my passion for the subject continues to grow with my focus now on physiology, personal training and sports therapy. Working with young adults who share my passion is what I enjoy the most about working here. Seeing our students achieve and progress makes it all worth while!
Robert Boardman
Sports LecturerHaving worked through my PGCE in further education this academic year, I have recently gained my first job as a teacher in Sports at West Lancashire College. Being a teacher has always been my biggest passion and career goal ever since I can remember. My favourite part of teaching is working alongside students to achieve their own personal goals and seeing that ‘light bulb’ moment when they have worked so hard on a topic they struggle with. I am very excited to my first full year in teaching and inspiring the younger generation to pursue their career goals.
Dan
Sports Alumni StudentI chose to study at West Lancashire College because it offered a course that perfectly suited my interests and passion. Even the personal training elements of the course have been transferable to my coaching skills. I am now running my own sports business and coaching young people in football.
Adam
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentI chose to study the Sports and Physical Activity Level 3 course because I love sports and have a strong passion for practicing outside of college. My favourite aspect of the course was the practical sessions in the gym, which provided excellent hands-on experience.
Caitln
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentI wanted to pursue my passion for becoming a Sports Therapist, and the Level 3 course supported me in achieving that. I enjoyed meeting fellow Sports students and appreciated the experience that West Lancashire College provided me.
Daniel
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentMy passion for sports was the reason I chose to study at West Lancashire College. My favourite part of college was delivering sports sessions to the Inclusive Learners as part of my continuous personal development. I also enjoyed learning about different training methods for various sports.
James
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentGoing to Pete’s Gym in Skelmersdale, completing work experience at Gym Works, and the practical elements of the course were the most enjoyable parts for me. I chose the Sports and Physical Activity Level 3 course because of my strong interest in sports.
Mia
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentChoosing the Sports Level 3 course was easy for me, as I aspired to have a career in personal training to encourage more females in the fitness industry and show that having muscles is normal. I enjoyed learning alongside my fellow students, and the teachers were very helpful throughout the course.
Reece
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentI was always passionate about sport, and I enjoyed training others and seeing their progress. Meeting new people and working with the teachers helped improve my confidence and overall skillset.
Tony
Sports and Physical Activity Alumni StudentChoosing to study Sports at West Lancashire College was an easy decision for me, as I enjoyed participating in sports. The tutors were excellent, the learning environment was calm, and the lesson content was very engaging.
Callum
Sports and Physical Activity StudentI chose this course because I have always been interested in sport and had succeeded in it at school, so I wanted to expand my knowledge and opportunities. I have enjoyed meeting new people who share the same interests and taking part in sports with them. One of the highlights of the year was the opportunity to travel to Valencia, Spain, for work experience, which really excited me from the start.
Milan
Sports StudentI chose this course because I am interested in pursuing a career in physiotherapy, as well as exploring other opportunities the course could provide. So far, I have really enjoyed the course; it was easy to settle in, and there is plenty of free time to work on assignments and spend time with friends. The range of job opportunities and work experience is particularly impressive, with lessons and after-college activities offering real-world experience. For example, in sports, members of the public are invited in to receive treatments such as sports massages, and students also gain experience on work sites, learning how to interact with the public while applying what they learn in college. West Lancashire College also offers enrichment opportunities, such as the football team every Wednesday after college, which gives students a chance to participate in sports and compete against other colleges.
Louis
Sports StudentI chose this course because I have always been interested in sports. I’ve enjoyed making new friends, being part of the college football team, taking part in practical team sports assignments, and attending guest speaker sessions from UA92 and UCLan.
What can I do with a qualification in Sports?
Daily tasks:
- Ensures custody of all cash receipts and organises regular stock checks.
- Recruits, supervises and trains staff.
- Determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs.
- Advises on the facilities available and promotes publicity in relation to shows, games, races, new theme parks, etc..
- Keeps abreast of new trends and developments in recreational activities and arranges exhibitions, theatrical productions, concerts, demonstrations etc..
- Ensures that facilities are kept clean and in good condition and that appropriate health and safety requirements are adhered to.
- Organises timetable of activities/schedule of programmes.
Daily tasks:
- Demonstrates and directs dance moves, monitors and analyses technique and performance, and determines how improvements can be made.
- Participates in dance performance.
- Attends rehearsals to develop and practice dance routines for performance.
- Builds and maintains stamina, physical strength, agility and general health through fitness exercises and healthy eating.
Daily tasks:
- Discusses performance problems with coaches, physiotherapists, dieticians and doctors.
- Maintains clothing and other specialised sporting equipment.
- Builds stamina, physical strength and agility through running, fitness exercises and weight training.
- Attends training sessions to develop skills and practice individual or team moves and tactics.
- Participates in exhibitions, pre-qualifying events, tournaments and competitions.
Daily tasks:
- Manages the playing areas and competitors, starts race, competition or match and controls its progress according to established rules.
- Inspects and maintains specialised clothing and equipment.
- Understands health and safety aspects of various activities and ensures any statutory requirements are met.
- Provides information and develops facilities to encourage greater participation in sport, and to enhance the standards of participants.
- Deals with administrative aspects such as arranging matches, contests or appearances for athlete or team, and organising required transport and accommodation.
- Monitors and analyses technique and performance, and determines how future improvements can be made.
- Controls team selection and discipline and recruits ancillary staff such as coaches or physiotherapists.
- Coaches teams or individuals by demonstrating techniques and directing training and exercise sessions.
Daily tasks:
- Understands the health and safety aspects of different forms of exercise and ensures that any statutory requirements are met.
- Plans and monitors personal fitness schedules.
- Ensures that clients do not injure themselves through over exertion or using incorrect training techniques.
- Demonstrates and leads fitness activities and supervises exercise classes.
- Devises programmes of training appropriate to the needs of clients with varying levels of strength, fitness and ability.
- Assesses the fitness levels of clients.
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Sports at West Lancashire College is fun, vibrant and an exciting course for you to study at college
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Upcoming events
February Open Event
West Lancashire College
Monday 2nd February 2026
4:30pm - 7:00pm
April Open Event
West Lancashire College
Thursday 30th April 2026
4:30pm - 7:00pm
