Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $22.67

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$13.85
25th$16.96
Median$22.67
75th$29.68
90th$39.95

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do exercise trainers and group fitness instructors make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $22.67; the mean hourly wage is $25.20.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for exercise trainers and group fitness instructors?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.85 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for exercise trainers and group fitness instructors?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $39.95 per hour.