Occupational Employment Statistics
39-9031 Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
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. Excludes teachers classified in 25-0000 Education, Training, and Library Occupations. Excludes “Coaches and Scouts” (27-2022) and "Athletic Trainers" (29-9091).
Southeast Minnesota
| 550 | 91 | $18.51/hr | $11.27/hr | $13.14/hr | $15.91/hr | $23.49/hr | $28.81/hr |
Information | N/A | N/A |
Financial Activities | N/A | N/A |
Professional and Business Services | 20 | $23.95/hr |
Education and Health Services | 960 | $19.61/hr |
Leisure and Hospitality | 4,090 | $20.41/hr |
Other Services | 1,020 | $17.97/hr |
Public Administration | 390 | $22.75/hr |
- Provide students with information and resources regarding nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues.
- Conduct therapeutic, recreational, or athletic activities.
- 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.
- Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment.
- Maintain fitness equipment.
- Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.
- Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.
- Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
- Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.