Premier Training International (PTI) has announced plans to open its latest training venue at David Lloyd Leisure's Solihull club in the West Midlands as part of a UK-wide expansion.

The facility, which is scheduled to open in May, will complement the provider's existing West Midlands site at Dudley and is among a number of new locations due to open this year.

In January, PTI revealed plans to open five new venues by the summer to accommodate the growing number of people who are turning to careers in health and fitness.

The Solihull venue will offer a full portfolio of Active IQ-accredited courses recognised both by employers and the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs).

PTI chief executive officer Debra Stuart said: "Obviously this is a period of real expansion and progress for Premier, and our Solihull venue is the latest development in our plans for 2012.

"The demand for health and fitness course provision continues to increase by the day, and we are committed to meeting that demand with the best courses on the market."

Details: www.premierglobal.co.uk