Group Exercise Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Group Exercise Director make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Exercise Director in the United States is $95,750 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Group Exercise Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,012
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,274 to $104,786
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,645
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Group Exercise Director Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $104,786 $8,732 $2,015 $50
Average $95,750 $7,979 $1,841 $46
25th Percentile $86,274 $7,189 $1,659 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Group Exercise Director Salaries

A Group Exercise Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Group Exercise Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Exercise Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $65,593
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,548
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,571
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,154
  • Expert (over 8 years): $95,086
Levels Salary
Fitness &... Level Group Exercise Director$65,593
Fitness C... Level Group Exercise Director$67,548
Fitness C... Level Group Exercise Director$74,571
Fitness C... Level Group Exercise Director$86,154
Group Exe... Level Group Exercise Director$95,086
$65,593 0 yr
$67,548 < 2 yrs
$74,571 2-4 yrs
$86,154 5-8 yrs
$95,086 > 8 yrs
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How Do Group Exercise Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Group Exercise Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $106,015.
  • California: $105,613.
  • Massachusetts: $104,205.

Top Paying Cities for Group Exercise Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $120,770
  • San Francisco: $119,583
  • Oakland: $116,930

What Skills Can Increase a Group Exercise Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 9.64% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
  • Product Knowledge (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Product knowledge is the ability to communicate information and answer questions about a product or service. It is considered an important knowledge area for any role that puts you in front of customers, investors or the media.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 9.64%
First Aid 2.39%
Product Knowledge 1.51%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Group Exercise Director's salary.
  • People Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • KPI Management: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Giving Feedback: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
People Management
$111,070
16%
KPI Management
$110,113
15%
Giving Feedback
$104,368
9%
Presentation
$102,453
7%
Team Management
$101,495
6%
Attention to Detail
$100,538
5%
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How Education impacts a Group Exercise Director's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Group Exercise Directors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Group Exercise Director with a Bachelor's Degree is between $87,279 and $95,849).

Group Exercise Director Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Group Exercise Director
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 11.2%
Associates 10.6%
Bachelors 52.0%
Masters 25.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Group Exercise Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Exercise Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Group Exercise Director

Salaries for a Group Exercise Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $95,547 in 2023 to around $93,492 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Group Exercise Director salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Group Exercise Director Over Time

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