JobSOC 39-9031

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

5 programs

Physical Education Teaching and Coaching13.1314
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General31.0501
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management31.0504
Physical Fitness Technician31.0507
Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy51.3602

02.

Draws on

Customer and Personal Service4.3 of 5
Education and Training3.8 of 5
English Language3.7 of 5
Psychology3.6 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.