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Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f) Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Sportfachmann/-frau
The apprenticeship as a Sports Specialist (Sportfachmann/-frau) is a recognized dual vocational training program in Germany. It lasts for 3 years and takes place within the sports and fitness industry, typically in companies in the industrial and commercial sector. You will learn to advise customers, organize sports activities, and handle administrative tasks.
What you do
- Provide comprehensive advice and support to customers and members
- Maintain and service sports and fitness equipment
- Create training plans and instruct exercises
- Organize and conduct courses and sports activities
- Handle administrative tasks such as member management and cash handling
- Support marketing and sales activities
- Provide first aid in sports accidents
Requirements
- Minimum of a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or higher
- Good physical fitness and enthusiasm for sports and exercise
- Strong communication skills and customer orientation
- Ability to work in a team, sense of responsibility, and initiative
- Organizational skills and resilience
- Basic knowledge of mathematics and German
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Career prospects
- 1Further training as a Sports Business Administrator (IHK)
- 2Specialization in areas such as personal training or nutritional counseling
- 3Advancement to managerial positions in fitness studios or sports clubs
- 4Self-employment, e.g., as a personal trainer or gym owner
- 5University studies in sports science or sports management (with appropriate higher education entrance qualification)
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f) Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 800 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f) Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f) Ausbildung?
Minimum of a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or higher; Good physical fitness and enthusiasm for sports and exercise; Strong communication skills and customer orientation; Ability to work in a team, sense of responsibility, and initiative.
Where can I find open Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f) Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Sports and Fitness Specialist (m/f)
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.