Fitness and recreation instructors and program leaders
Fitness and recreation instructors and program leaders lead, guide and instruct groups and individuals in recreational, fitness or outdoor adventure activities.
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Fitness and recreation instructors and program leaders - from R9 244 to R31 428 per month - 2026.
- A Fitness and recreation instructors and program leaders typically earns between R9 244 and R18 081 net per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between R12 468 and R25 123 per month for a working week of 45 hours.
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Duties and tasks
- Planning and carrying out recreational and fitness activities
- Monitoring recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
- Evaluating and monitoring clients’ abilities and fitness and recommending activities
- Demonstrating and teaching body movements, concepts and skills used in fitness routines and recreational activities
- Instructing in the use of equipment
- Explaining and enforcing safety procedures, rules and regulations
