Typical Tasks
Conduct needs assessments or surveys to determine interest in, or satisfaction with, wellness and fitness programs, events, or services.
Demonstrate proper operation of fitness equipment, such as resistance machines, cardio machines, free weights, or fitness assessment devices.
Develop fitness or wellness classes, such as yoga, aerobics, strength training, or aquatics, ensuring a diversity of class offerings.
Develop marketing campaigns to promote a healthy lifestyle or participation in fitness or wellness programs.
Develop or coordinate fitness and wellness programs or services.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Initiative
Leadership
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Integrity
Concern for Others
What key skills are needed for this job?
Speaking
Service Orientation
Coordination
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Expected Knowledge
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Common Activities
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Scheduling Work and Activities
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Coaching and Developing Others
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
