With obesity rates rising, the necessity for fitness facilities is quickly rising. People are becoming more aware of how important it is to exercise, and facilities are growing and expanding to fit the latest trends in fitness. This is a great thing for the health and well-being of the nation.

The growing trends in fitness needs is not only great for the people who want to work out or realize the necessity of it, it is an excellent opportunity for those who are seeking employment. With all these facilities, there seems to be a good supply of jobs for anyone who is looking. There are jobs that can appeal to pretty much anyone of any variety of skills.

Careers in the fitness field can be held my most people. The field offers flexible hours and often do not need a specific degree for lower level positions. There is also room for people who lack previous job experience, so there is room for people who are out on the job hunt for the first time.

As long as the current trend of people being health conscious exists, there will be a need for employees in this industry. That will be a great thing for job security in an industry like this.

Job Opportunities

Here are some employment opportunities to be found in fitness:

Receptionist: A receptionist must have excellent customer service skills. They must be able to give off a good impression, as they are the first face a patron sees when entering into the facility. They greet customers and provide them with whatever information they might need. A receptionist must answer calls and is responsible for scheduling clients with specialized staff to assist in proper regimen. They also help patrons sign up for the membership to the facility. They often will also help deal with unhappy customers. A receptionist does not need a specific level of education to obtain this position. Usually they only require some on the job training. Pay for a receptionist is around $9-$10 per hour.

Personal Trainer: A personal trainer is a member of the staff that will work with clients on an individual basis. They will help them with a personalized fitness plan, as well as often assisting in nutrition for their client. They often will work in both gym and self-employed settings. They will have specialized training in various types of exercises and knows which exercises provides their customer with the maximum results they are looking for. They can work with whatever your main concerns are and help you with improvement, as long as you follow their instructions. A personal trainer can also assist with physical rehabilitation. A personal trainer often needs specialized training at a technical or trade school, or has a bachelor’s degree in a related field, to properly learn their field. They might also be required to have certain certifications to obtain employment.  A in a field like this can make around $15 per hour.

Group Fitness/Class Trainer: A group fitness teacher, or class trainer, is very similar to a personal trainer. The difference is that a one often works with individuals, while a class trainer will often teach a class of several patrons of their facility. They are responsible for learning the proper routines so that they can properly show the customers. A true sign that you are successful in this field is how many people that are attending the classes that you are teaching. A class trainer will walk around to ensure the people in the class are following the proper technique. This ensures they will get the most out of their exercises. To obtain this type of position, you will have to have certifications, similar to that of any other type of trainer, as well as degrees in the field. In addition, you will have to be well-versed about the routines of specialized classes like Spin or Zumba. The average pay for a group fitness teacher is around $15 per hour.

Floor manager: The floor manager is responsible for maintaining the facilities “floor”. They are in charge of ensuring that the equipment in their facility is up to date with their maintenance and is properly functioning. They also are in charge of managing the facility’s classes and other programs within their fitness area. The floor manager also trains the staff on the floor to the company’s standards. They are also in charge of hiring the other floor staff. They will also manage the deliveries of equipment for the facility. A floor manager can make around $16 an hour.

Job Outlook

The growth in this industry is estimated to be about 13%. This is 2% higher than the national average in other fields. This can be seen as a result of the nation’s growing awareness of a necessity of exercise and a decrease in offering physical education in the school systems. As a result, more facilities are needed requiring more specialized staff.