Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
SOC: 39-9031.00 · Job Zone 3 (Medium preparation)
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$46,180
per year
Mean Wage
$51,360
per year
Employment
304K
workers
Wage Range
$27,580 - $82,050
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
Task Breakdown
22 tasks analyzed
Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.
Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed.
Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
Teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment, such as trampolines and weights.
Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment.
Provide students with information and resources regarding nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues.
Conduct therapeutic, recreational, or athletic activities.
Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.
Maintain fitness equipment.
Advise clients about proper clothing and shoes.
Teach individual and team sports to participants through instruction and demonstration, using knowledge of sports techniques and of participants' physical capabilities.
Plan physical education programs to promote development of participants' physical attributes and social skills.
Maintain equipment inventories, and select, store, or issue equipment as needed.
Promote health clubs through membership sales, and record member information.
Advise participants in use of heat or ultraviolet treatments and hot baths.
Massage body parts to relieve soreness, strains, and bruises.
Organize and conduct competitions and tournaments.
Organize, lead, and referee indoor and outdoor games, such as volleyball, baseball, and basketball.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness. | - | - | - | |
| Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations. | - | - | - | |
| Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements. | - | - | - | |
| Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement. | - | - | - | |
| Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed. | - | - | - | |
| Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion. | - | - | - | |
| Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines. | - | - | - | |
| Teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment, such as trampolines and weights. | - | - | - | |
| Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment. | - | - | - | |
| Provide students with information and resources regarding nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues. | - | - | - | |
| Conduct therapeutic, recreational, or athletic activities. | - | - | - | |
| Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians. | - | - | - | |
| Maintain fitness equipment. | - | - | - | |
| Advise clients about proper clothing and shoes. | - | - | - | |
| Teach individual and team sports to participants through instruction and demonstration, using knowledge of sports techniques and of participants' physical capabilities. | - | - | - | |
| Plan physical education programs to promote development of participants' physical attributes and social skills. | - | - | - | |
| Maintain equipment inventories, and select, store, or issue equipment as needed. | - | - | - | |
| Promote health clubs through membership sales, and record member information. | - | - | - | |
| Advise participants in use of heat or ultraviolet treatments and hot baths. | - | - | - | |
| Massage body parts to relieve soreness, strains, and bruises. | - | - | - | |
| Organize and conduct competitions and tournaments. | - | - | - | |
| Organize, lead, and referee indoor and outdoor games, such as volleyball, baseball, and basketball. | - | - | - |
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