Overview
Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness lead and instruct groups and individuals in recreational, sports, fitness or athletic programs. Fitness appraisers conduct fitness tests and assessments and design, develop and deliver fitness programs. They are employed by community centres, sports and fitness clubs, outdoor centres, resorts, recreational facilities, health care facilities, retirement homes, correctional institutions, government departments, private businesses, tourism associations and similar establishments.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Program leaders and instructors in recreation and sport
Plan and carry out recreational, athletic, fitness and sports activities
Assemble supplies and sports and game equipment
Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
Instruct groups and individuals in arts, crafts and similar activities and lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
Attend to clients with special needs
Provide lifestyle awareness information
Conduct therapeutic recreational or athletic activities
Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
Enforce safety rules and regulations
Assist with coordination of special events
Schedule activities, keep logs, maintain records and prepare reports
May train and supervise staff
May maintain and repair sports equipment.
Fitness appraisers
Assess individual's physical fitness through fitness tests and assessments and design fitness programs based on results
Provide information to the public and individuals on lifestyle and methods to improve and maintain physical fitness and weight
Measure and record individuals' bodily proportions, weight and body mass index
Handle equipment to conduct fitness tests and assessments and deliver exercise programs.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$34,934
$43,798
$66,739
Job openings
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2,261expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a college program in recreation or physical education or extensive experience in a specific recreational or sports program activity is usually required.
Certification is usually required in a specific area of recreational, sports or fitness activity, such as ski instructor or personal trainer, or in first aid or emergency care.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No post-secondary education required
No post-secondary education required. You can work in this career without post-secondary education. Some on the job training may be provided. With additional training or experience, you may be able to progress into higher level, supervisory or management positions.