As of June 2026, Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors has an AI-exposure score of 39/100 (Low exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

39/100
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More exposed than 8% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$47,160. About 74,200 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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Role snapshot

What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

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.

Common titles
Aerobics InstructorFitness InstructorGroup Fitness InstructorPersonal TrainerFitness SpecialistFitness Technician
Typical preparation
Medium Preparation Needed: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training,...
Skills and knowledge
InstructingService OrientationSpeakingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessActive Learning
Tools and technology
Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
Work context
Frequent contact with othersFace-to-face discussionsIndoor controlled settingEmail useDecision latitude

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors, SOC 39-9031.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as durable (85%).

Augmentable
  • Promote health clubs through membership sales, and record member information.
  • Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment.
1 more augmentable task locked in the report.
Durable
  • Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
  • Provide students with information and resources regarding nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues.
15 more durable tasks locked in the report.

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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors — median pay by US state (BLS OEWS, USD)

California: US$57,990New York: US$47,090Texas: US$40,880

Median annual wage, in USD. US national: US$47,160. More states are being added.

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