What does a Fitnes and Wellness Coordinator do?

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

What is the salary of a Fitnes and Wellness Coordinator?

The typical salary range is $42,938 - $85,876 per year.

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Hospitality, Travel, & FoodGrowingBright Outlook

Fitnes and Wellness Coordinator

Mid-level

Also known as: Campus Wellness Coordinator, Certified Wellness Program Coordinator, Certified Wellness Program Manager, City Wellness Coordinator

Hospitality, Travel, & FoodBachelor's Degree

Job Description

As a Fitness and Wellness Coordinator, you’ll lead and organize programs that help people improve their health and fitness. You manage and train staff, such as fitness instructors and health educators, ensuring all programs run smoothly. Your work involves a lot of communication, including talking with your team and individuals face-to-face, on the phone, and through email. You'll typically work indoors, planning activities, writing reports, and using critical thinking to solve problems. This role is ideal for organized individuals who enjoy leadership and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Fitness ManagementWellness ProgramsExercise ScienceHealth PromotionHospitality ManagementHealthcareSports ManagementLeadershipFitnessManagement

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies

Adobe Acrobat Google Workspace software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word

In-demand software

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office software

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Bright Outlook

O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: grows rapidly over the next decade.

Projected growth

+6.2%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

2,000

per year (US)

Jobs today

25,500

in 2025 → 27,100 (2035)

Typical entry education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication

High

Working in a team

High

Contact with others

High

Freedom to make decisions

High

Time pressure

Moderate

Time spent sitting

Moderate

Working outdoors

Low

Indoor, climate-controlled

High

Dealing with customers

High

Level of competition

Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

The outlook for Fitness and Wellness Coordinators is growing, with around 2,000 job openings expected each year through 2035. Employment in this field is projected to increase by 6.2%. The median annual wage is about $69,770. You might start in roles like Fitness Instructor or Health Coach, and with experience, you could advance to positions such as Wellness Director or Program Manager.

Career ladder

Often before this role

Fitness Instructor
Health Coach
Recreation Assistant

Fitnes and Wellness Coordinator

Where it can lead

Wellness Director
Program Manager
Operations Manager

Impact of AI on this Job

AI can automate scheduling, personalize workout plans, and analyze participant data, freeing coordinators to focus on engagement and strategic program development. While administrative tasks may be streamlined, the human element of motivation, empathy, and direct instruction remains crucial. AI tools will enhance efficiency rather than replace the core role of human interaction.

Salary

$69,770

Median annual wage, BLS 2025

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position