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How much do group fitness instructors actually earn? It's a question that's often discussed, but rarely backed by real data. As part of our 2026 Instructor Report, we surveyed hundreds of instructors from across the industry and published the results. The report includes instructor earnings by country and class length, giving instructors, clubs, and industry leaders a clearer picture of where the industry stands today. Alongside the pay data, we explored what motivates instructors, what they value most, and the challenges they face in their roles. But this report wasn't created simply to publish statistics. At SH1FT, we believe instructors deserve to feel valued, supported, and recognised for the impact they have on the people they teach every day. We also believe clubs need sustainable models that allow great instructors and great fitness businesses to thrive together. That's why we're not stopping at the data. The insights from this report are already shaping the initiatives we're building at SH1FT. We're investing in programmes designed to help instructors build skills, gain experience, access more teaching opportunities, and create more sustainable careers in fitness. Because a stronger industry isn't built by talking about the challenges. It's built by taking action. Read the 2026 Instructor Report today.