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Personal Trainer Courses in Ballina

Personal trainers conduct individual sessions to help clients meet fitness goals, creating tailored workout plans and ensuring safe program delivery.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Personal Trainer in Ballina?

Get qualified to work as a Personal Trainer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Ballina

The following providers offer Personal Trainer courses in Ballina, New South Wales.
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
32363
2
Onfit Training College
32107
2
Fitness Education Online
45428
2
Women's Fitness Education
45428
2
Australian Fitness Academy
21062
2
MADEC
3957
2
Upskill Institute
45708
1
ACE Community Colleges
90032
1
ETC Training Solutions
6998
1
Red Cross
3605
2
Enable College
4849
1
Antrick Education
41572
1
Training Beyond 2000
90323
1
TDT Training Australia
6855
2
College Australia
31222
1
CEG-Training Partnerships
40138
1
Sydney School of Business and Technology
90438
1
Civil Train
5708
1
Access Training Centre
40101
1
Skills Network
41410
2
ACTA Group
45370
1
Byron Community College
90013
1
New Futures Training
21203
1
The Bright College
45752
1
Gallipoli Education
45845
1
Fitness Institute
32089
2
Queensford College
31736
1
Cornzal
31663
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time gym instructor generally earns $1,615 per week ($83,980 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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As of May 2020, there were 8,412 personal trainers in Australia. In terms of overall gym instructors, there were 37,800 as of May 2019, with that number expected to grow to 43,900 by May 2024.

Source: Ibis World and The Labour Market Information Portal - 2019 Occupational Projections

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To become a personal trainer, you usually must complete a Certificate IV in Fitness. This course of study can take 9-12 months to complete depending on if you study full time or part time and whether you choose to study in-person, online or via blended study. You will also often need to complete a practical placement, as well as earn first-aid and CPR certificates.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Fitness?

15th October 2020

How to get your first job in the fitness industry

29th January 2025

How to start a career as a Personal Assistant

2nd December 2021

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Personal Trainer careers

Discover a range of Personal Trainer courses in Ballina designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the fitness industry. Whether you are starting your career or looking to advance your qualifications, Ballina offers various options tailored to your needs. Popular beginner courses include the Dual Certificate III in Fitness & Certificate IV in Fitness and the Triple Certificate III in Fitness & Certificate IV in Fitness & Diploma of Nutrition. These foundational courses provide essential training for those with no prior experience.

If you have prior experience or qualifications, consider enrolling in the Certificate IV in Fitness, which is an advanced course designed to deepen your expertise in personal training. There are also vital short courses available, such as Provide Basic Emergency Life Support and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), which are essential skills for any fitness professional.

Ballina's thriving fitness community benefits from structured training programs in various fields of study, including Sport, Fitness and Recreation courses, Sport Coaching, and Fitness. By engaging in these Personal Trainer courses in Ballina, you will not only enhance your career prospects but also become an integral part of promoting health and well-being in your local community.