Isotonic sports drink supplier Gatorade is partnering up with US-based indoor cycling provider The Spinning Program to offer free training for health and fitness staff.

Britvic Soft Drinks, the UK distributor of Gatorade, is offering clubs and fitness centres the chance to put one staff member through a two-day Spinning instructor training course worth £350. Trainees will become qualifed instructors and will also have access to a continuing education programme.

To qualify facilities must commit to a 12-month supply of Britvic drinks or vending machines in their gym.

Sarah Morelli, education and development manager at Star Trac Europe, said: "With Spinning classes accounting for approximately 14 per cent of all gym classes nationally, this offer gives health and fitness staff the opportunity to learn more about Spinning and become certified instructors."