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ANZSCO 451211Skill level 3Version 5Updated 2026-04-26

Driving Instructor

A Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer delivers group fitness classes and one-on-one training programs for clients in Australian health clubs, gyms, and community fitness settings.

Indicative salary range
$45,000 - $85,000 (2025 indicative)

Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.

Labour market demand

Consistent demand; fitness industry growth and corporate wellness programs drive employment.

Occupation list membership

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  • ROLRegional Occupation List

    Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.

Assessing authority

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Visa pathways

Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.

State nominations

States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.

CodeState / TerritoryDetails
WAWestern AustraliaView nomination →
SASouth AustraliaView nomination →

Key duties

  • Deliver group exercise classes including gym, aqua, HIIT, and yoga formats
  • Conduct fitness assessments and develop personalised exercise programs
  • Provide one-on-one personal training sessions and monitor client progress
  • Promote safe exercise technique and manage class and gym floor safety

Skills required

  • Group exercise delivery and class programming
  • Fitness assessment and exercise prescription
  • Personal training and client motivation techniques
  • AUSactive registration and CPR certification

Typical qualifications pathway

Certificate IV in Fitness; AUSactive (formerly Fitness Australia) registration. VETASSESS assesses qualifications.

Visa & occupation list information

Listed on CSOL, enabling subclasses 186, 482, and 494 For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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