First Step Training

First Step Training is a UK-based leading training provider specialising in vocational sports coaching, PE and school sport, and post‑16 sport and education. The organisation focuses on helping individuals fulfil their potential and achieve career and personal goals by delivering high-quality, engaging sports coaching and fitness qualifications. First Step Training positions itself as a strategic training partner for employers, particularly sports coaching and education organisations, offering flexible, tailored training designed around specific organisational needs. Their services cover workforce development, enabling employers to upskill their staff through high-quality workplace learning courses, as well as independent courses for individuals led by trainers with extensive real‑world experience. The provider works with partners across the UK to support a range of training needs including apprenticeships, industry standards, recruitment, CPD and quality assurance. Programmes are structured around training consultation, high quality provision, robust quality assurance and demonstrable business impact, with an emphasis on sustainable, innovative, progressive, engaging and inclusive practice. First Step Training also supports school leavers into sports, fitness and leisure careers through the Institute of Sporting Futures pathway, broadening opportunities for immediate employment or further study.