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Fitness Instructor
Alternative Titles:
Aerobics Instructor, Fitness Leader, Gym Instructor, Personal Trainer, Physical Fitness Instructor
Fitness instructors are involved in the assessment,
teaching, training and supervision of a variety of people in
health and fitness clubs, gymnasiums, sports centres, and
community recreation organisations.
A fitness instructor may perform the following tasks:
- assess the needs and capabilities of individuals through
weighing, measuring and conducting fitness tests to check
blood pressure, heart rate and lung capacity
- provide tuition and assistance to individuals and groups
by preparing a routine of exercises to music
- provide advice to individuals on the correct method of
exercising with weightlifting equipment, exercise bikes,
jogging treadmills and other training and exercising
apparatus, and devise personal exercise programs for
individuals according to age and level of fitness
- provide instruction in a variety of fitness activities
- assist in the cleaning and general maintenance of the
centre and make sure that equipment is maintained and
correctly set up
- work on the reception counter to take bookings or
provide information about facilities
- liaise with doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians and
other allied health professionals to devise health and
fitness programs for clients
Fitness instructors may specialise in a number of fields
such as aerobics, aqua-fitness, personal training, exercises
for special groups including older people, resistance training
and water activities
Fitness instructors may be employed on a casual basis and
work at a number of different locations. Shift work is often
involved, including early mornings and late nights.
Required Skills - Fitness Instructor
- reasonable level of physical fitness
- enthusiastic, outgoing personality
- background in fitness activities may be an advantage
- minimum age limits may apply in your state or territory
- good communication skills
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