Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$47,160/yr
Typical range
$35,280 – $61,730
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors does
Fitness instructors lead group classes like aerobics, yoga, or spinning while personal trainers work one-on-one with clients to design customized workout programs. They motivate and guide clients toward their health and fitness goals.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Childcare Workers — $34,980/yr
- Nannies — $34,980/yr
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants — $32,150/yr
- Recreation Workers — $36,560/yr
- Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists — $35,790/yr
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