Ranger Physical Training Instructor

The Ranger Physical Training Instructor module prepares experienced rangers to plan, deliver, and assess physical training programmes that match the operational demands of modern conservation work. It focuses on the functional strength, endurance, mobility, and resilience needed to carry out ranger duties effectively and safely in the field.

Participants learn how to structure PT sessions that build real-world performance—whether it’s movement on foot, crawling under fire, carrying equipment, or recovering from injury. They gain insight into training theory, energy systems, and injury prevention, and how to apply this knowledge in ranger units.

This module also qualifies instructors to support recruits who struggle to meet physical standards, or to guide rangers returning from injury.

Practical Information

Entry requirements

Participants must have recent instructional experience. They must also pass a pre-course fitness test.

Study hours

The module runs over 12 days (6 days per week for 2 weeks).
Each day includes approximately 8 contact hours, totalling 96 hours of theory, practical training, lesson preparation, and assessment

Course Type

In-person

Course Code

L-RPTI

This module is for experienced rangers or instructors responsible for physical training within ranger units. It is ideal for those tasked with improving team readiness, training new recruits, supporting injury recovery, or delivering structured PT in challenging field environments.

The role of Physical Training (PT) in building mental and physical resilience
Training theory and understanding energy systems
Warm-ups, mobility, and flexibility routines
Endurance and speed-building techniques
Core strength and muscular endurance training
Risk management and injury prevention in PT
Planning and running effective PT sessions
Conducting objective PT assessments
Advising team leaders and managers on PT programming

The module begins with short theoretical sessions on anatomy, physiology, and training design. These are followed by daily practical lessons. By mid-week, participants begin teaching PT sessions to the group, receiving direct feedback to sharpen instructional skills. The course is deliberately intensive—participants actively take part in most sessions taught by their peers. This ensures learning takes place both by doing and by observing. Additional demonstrations are delivered by the lead instructor to provide structure and examples.

Assessment is based on both theory and practice. Participants complete a written theory test, develop a personalised running plan, and are evaluated on teaching skills, risk management, training technique, and the ability to structure and lead safe, effective PT sessions.

This is a fully immersive, in-person module. Each day combines theory, lesson planning, physical training, and peer-led instruction. You’ll study by doing—teaching, participating, and receiving feedback in real time. Most lessons take place outdoors in field conditions, and your own physical performance is part of the learning experience. There is no night programme, but time is set aside for daily lesson preparation.