Description
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise.
Interests
- Social
- Realistic
Work Values
- Relationships
- Achievement
- Independence
Work Styles
- Dependability
- Concern for Others
- Integrity
- Social Orientation
- Self-Control
Tasks
- Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
- Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
- Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.
- Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
- Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.
Work Activities
- Performing General Physical Activities
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Training and Teaching Others
Detailed Work Activities
- Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
- Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
- Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Technology Skills
- Accounting software
- Instant messaging software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Electronic mail software
- Project management software
Abilities
- Extent Flexibility
- Gross Body Coordination
- Oral Expression
- Stamina
- Speech Clarity
Skills
- Instructing
- Service Orientation
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Learning Strategies
Knowledge
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Education and Training
- Psychology
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Master Personal Fitness TrainerCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professional Association
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Kettlebell Training SpecialistCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professionals Association
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Certified Group Fitness InstructorCertifying Organization
Athletics and Fitness Association of America
Type
Core
Certificate name
Strength and Sports Conditioning SpecialistCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professional Association
Type
Core
Certificate name
Weight Management Consultant CertificationCertifying Organization
American Fitness Professionals and Associates
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $29,235 |
| Median (50%) | $50,395 |
| High (90%) | $74,502 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $44,999 |
| Mid Level | $53,962 |
| Senior Level | $49,360 |
| Expert Level | $62,417 |
Employability
There are currently 350,100 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 397,700 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 14%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 14%
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