Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Fitness and wellness coordinators manage and oversee fitness and wellness programs at organizations like gyms, corporate offices, hospitals, or community centers. They supervise staff such as fitness instructors and health educators, develop program offerings, and ensure services meet organizational and participant needs.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves staff meetings to review program performance, training new fitness instructors or health educators, meeting with organizational leadership about wellness initiatives, and observing classes or programs to maintain quality standards. Coordinators also handle scheduling, budget management, and may teach occasional fitness classes themselves. Time splits between administrative work and direct interaction with staff and participants.
Who this work suits
Holland code SEC. Social work is helping, teaching and working closely with people. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.
You likely enjoy working with and motivating people while also managing operations and business details. You're drawn to both the social aspect of wellness work and the leadership and organizational responsibilities of running programs effectively.
What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most people in this occupation hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Sports Specialist (Fitness Instructor) · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Great Lakes, Illinois · $20.07–$22
- FRONT DESK ATTENDANT NF1* (FLEX) CAMP H.M. SMITH FITNESS CENTER · U.S. Marine Corps · Kaneohe, Hawaii · $16–$16
- Fitness Coordinator (Supervisory) · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Key West, Florida · $30–$32
- Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Fitness Director · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Virginia Beach, Virginia · $33–$37
- Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Sports/Aquatics Support · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · $17.25–$17.25
- Occupational Therapist (Holistic Health and Fitness) · U.S. Army Forces Command · Fort Stewart, Georgia · $89508–$116362
- Occupational Therapist (Holistic Health and Fitness) · U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command · Fort Sill, Oklahoma · $89508–$116362
- Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Sports/Aquatics) · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Colts Neck, New Jersey · $18.6–$18.6
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Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $80,220 | $104,860 | $116,040 | 60 |
| Vermont | $83,580 | $99,570 | $118,890 | 30 |
| Hawaii | $74,840 | $88,130 | $116,340 | 110 |
| Maryland | $72,500 | $83,990 | $90,430 | 510 |
| Colorado | $63,990 | $83,080 | $174,720 | 30 |
| California | $67,320 | $77,840 | $111,740 | 2,010 |
| New Jersey | $55,240 | $77,350 | $118,350 | 170 |
| Washington | $69,830 | $75,700 | $86,610 | 50 |
| North Carolina | $54,090 | $73,990 | $99,580 | 240 |
| Georgia | $55,200 | $73,720 | $81,240 | 140 |
| Pennsylvania | $61,470 | $72,640 | $88,400 | 280 |
| Tennessee | $58,760 | $72,360 | $77,010 | 170 |
All 27 states
Certifications people in this field hold
- Certified Nutrition & Wellness Educator (CNWE) — American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
- Senior Fitness Specialty Certification — American Council on Exercise
- Fitness Facility Manager — International Fitness Professionals Association
- Group Fitness Certification - Advanced — International Fitness Professionals Association
- Group Fitness Specialist — International Fitness Professionals Association
- Medical Fitness Specialist — International Fitness Professionals Association
Training
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