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Unit Group

4621 Fitness Instructors (General)

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

4621 Fitness Instructors (General)

Direct, instruct and guide individuals and groups in the pursuit of physical fitness and wellbeing.

Pilates Instructors and Yoga Teachers are excluded from this unit group. Pilates Instructors are included in Occupation 462231 Pilates Instructor. Yoga Teachers are included in Occupation 462232 Yoga Teacher.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
Occupation

462131 Fitness Instructor (General)

Directs, instructs and guides individuals or groups in the pursuit of physical fitness and wellbeing.

Specialisations

  • Gym Instructor
  • Personal Trainer

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Designs individual fitness programs based on assessment of the client's age, level of fitness, goals and abilities
  • Delivers group exercise classes and personal tuition in a variety of fitness activities in a safe manner
  • Demonstrates and teaches body movements and skills used in fitness routines
  • Sets up and monitors fitness equipment and ensures that equipment is safe, clean and in working condition
  • Teaches and advises on the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients are aware of and adhere to safety and injury prevention procedures
  • May consult with Health Professionals to develop and design fitness programs for clients