Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness

NOC

54100

lead and instruct groups and individuals in recreational, sports, fitness, and athletic programs. Fitness appraisers conduct fitness assessments and design, develop and deliver fitness programs.

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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.

Main Duties

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.

Also Known As

aerobics instructor
camp counsellor
certified personal trainer
day camp leader
fitness appraiser

fitness instructor

gymnastics teacher

personal trainer

playground worker

recreation program leader

recreation technician

riding instructor

ski instructor

ski patrol

swimming instructor - sports

Requirements

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.

Demonstrated ability in a particular recreational, sports or fitness discipline is required.

Fitness appraiser certification may be required for fitness appraisers.

Provincial Regulation

Not Provincially Regulated

Employment by Sex

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64.0%

Female

36.0%

Male

Employment by age

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52.2%

15-24

13.2%

25-34

11.2%

35-44

12.2%

45-54

7.3%

55-64

3.9%

65+

Employment by highest level of education

The following graph shows the breakdown of all persons working in this occupation in New Brunswick by highest level of education achieved.

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22.1%

No Certificate, Diploma or Degree

37.7%

High School, Diploma or Equivalent

3.9%

Apprenticeship or Trades Certificate or Diploma

18.1%

College or University Below Bachelor Level

18.1%

University - Bachelor Level or Above

Employment by Industry

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55.4%

Arts, entertainment and recreation

16.7%

Educational services

8.3%

Health care and social assistance

19.6%

All Other Industries

Employment by Economic Regions

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12.80%

Northeast

31.50%

Southeast

26.10%

Southwest

22.20%

Central

7.40%

Northwest

Economic Regions

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Annual Average Salary by Economic Regions

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Northeast

$34,000

Southeast

$48,000

Southwest

$44,000

Central

N/A

Northwest

Economic Regions

Hourly Median Wages by Economic Regions

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Salary

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Employment Outlook

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