How Much Do Cruise Ship Personal Trainers Make?

By Anna Duncan

As the fitness industry continues to grow, so do the opportunities for personal trainers. Cruise ships are an increasingly popular venue for personal trainers to ply their trade and reach out to a large number of clients. Cruise ship personal trainers make an average of $2,000 to $3,000 a week depending on the length of their contract and the number of clients they are able to obtain.

Cruise ship personal trainers are responsible for providing personalized exercise programs tailored to each individual client’s needs as well as monitoring their progress and providing instruction on proper form and technique. They must also be knowledgeable about nutrition, anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology in order to be able to provide effective advice and guidance. Additionally, they must possess excellent customer service skills in order to ensure that all passengers have a positive experience with their services.

The duties of a cruise ship personal trainer may vary from vessel to vessel but typically involve leading group exercise classes such as aerobics or yoga, providing one-on-one consultations with passengers regarding their fitness goals or conducting lectures on nutrition or health topics. They may also be asked to give workshops on proper exercise technique and supervise onboard gyms or spas.

Most cruise lines require potential cruise ship personal trainers to have at least one year of experience in the fitness industry before they will consider them for employment. They must also have certifications from reputable organizations such as ACE (American Council on Exercise) or NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association). Additionally, they must possess strong communication skills in order to effectively communicate with both clients and other staff members aboard the vessel.

Conclusion:

Cruise ship personal trainers typically make between $2,000-$3,000 per week depending on the length of contract and how many clients they can acquire. In order to become employed by a cruise line it is necessary for potential trainers to have at least one year of experience in the fitness industry as well as relevant certifications from professional organizations such as ACE or NSCA. With these requirements met and excellent customer service skills it is possible for personal trainers to make a comfortable living while travelling around the world working aboard beautiful cruise ships.