About the Personal Trainer Profession ...

 

Personal Trainer Career Overview

Personal Trainer Career Paths

Personal Trainer Job Outlook

Personal Trainer Credentialing FAQ’s

According to the U.S. Department of Labor:

• “Jobs for fitness workers are expected to increase much faster than the average for all occupations. Fitness workers should have good opportunities due to rapid job growth in health clubs, fitness facilities, and other settings where fitness workers are concentrated”
• “Employment of fitness workers is expected to increase 27% over the next decade, much faster than the average for all occupations. These workers are expected to gain jobs because an increasing number of people are spending time and money on fitness, and more businesses are recognizing the benefits of health and fitness programs for their employees.”

 

Personal Trainer Wages:

• A percentage of fees charged for the delivery of services, on average $25/hour in corporate fitness centers (IHRSA, 2008)
• As much as $100/hour when working independently, with the average hourly fee of $48.75 (IHRSA, 2007)
• Annual salaries often reflect the total number of service hours worked and the socioeconomics of the community, with some full time trainers making over $100,000.

Salaries, benefits and overall compensation and responsibilities range based on the size of the facility, revenue potentials, and the number of employees being managed. Additionally, salaries are often compensatory with education and years of experience.

Personal Trainers who want to pursue entrepreneurial career paths have the greatest options in professional diversity, but most identify a particular niche that either reflects their interests and philosophies or presents the most socioeconomically viable opportunities. Personal trainers who provide services under the auspices of their own company stand to benefit financially as they set the compensation parameters. Business knowledge and expertise are important factors when considering working as an independent contractor or opening a personal trainer studio. Trainers who identify the right market and specialize in high service practices can make between $75 and $150 per hour.