We surveyed 844 fitness coordinators to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical fitness coordinator. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a fitness coordinator?

Low

High

Working as a fitness coordinator typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a fitness coordinator?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a fitness coordinator typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a fitness coordinator?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a fitness coordinator. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for fitness coordinators.

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Do fitness coordinators work full-time or part-time?

59% of fitness coordinators work in full-time roles while 41% work part-time.

Is being a fitness coordinator stressful?

Low

High

Fitness coordinators tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.

Is being organized important as a fitness coordinator?

Low

High

Some level of organization is generally required to be a fitness coordinator.

How competitive is the workplace for fitness coordinators?

Low

High

Competition at work is not common for fitness coordinators.

Does being a fitness coordinator require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?

Low

High

Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for fitness coordinators.

Are fitness coordinators allowed to express themselves creatively?

Low

High

Fitness coordinators are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.

Do fitness coordinators have control over the direction of their work?

Low

High

While sometimes the direction is set, occasionally fitness coordinators will have some flexibility over the direction of their work.

Is being a fitness coordinator physically demanding?

Low

High

Being a fitness coordinator may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.

Are fitness coordinators exposed to a wide variety of work?

Low

High

Fitness coordinators tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.

Does being a fitness coordinator require attention to detail?

Low

High

Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a fitness coordinator.

Does being a good fitness coordinator require compassion and empathy?

Low

High

Being compassionate and empathetic is considered helpful to those looking to pursue careers as fitness coordinators.