If you want to earn some extra income then teaching aerobics or taking fitness classes of groups, is a nice way to it. As an aerobic instructor you can meet new people also and while you are teaching them you get your own workouts. All that you need is a little idea about the exercises, safety measures and cues; and as an aerobic instructor you earn as well as take care of your health and others too.

If you are planning to become a professional aerobic instructor then just follow the easy steps given below:

To become an aerobic instructor you must have experience in different forms of aerobics exercise. They include kickboxing, water aerobics, step aerobics, high and low intensity aerobics and sports conditioning.

To become an aerobic instructor you must have Knowledge of first aid and CPR. These skills are required in most certifications.

Before you proceed with professional aerobic instructor training you yourself must understand all the aspects of fitness related topics. For this you must take classes or read books on anatomy, exercise physiology, Kinesiology, and various other motivational techniques.

To become an aerobic instructor you must have certificates from organizations which are recognized nationally. They are the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) or the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

There are many institutes which teach how to teach. They teach you how to plan and teach a fitness class as an aerobic instructor. You can practice giving cues or verbal instructions there.

In the beginning you may try to practice being an aerobic instructor with your family or friends.

You may attach yourself to an aerobic instructor who is more experienced and take small groups in his class and gradually gain experience.

The music that you select for your class as an aerobic instructor must be the one which sets the mood and gradually transits to higher levels.

Before striking out on your own as an aerobic instructor, you may teach for a while in local gyms, various health clubs and hospitals.

A few practical tips are given here for an aerobic instructor

Very often, gyms provide extra aerobic instructor training, master classes or continued education for master trainers. They are paid on class basis and it depends on the background, experience and feedback received from the students. The aerobic instructor is also given free membership by some health clubs. However you must remember that you are there to safely motivate and train others and not do your own workouts. You must also follow the safety guidelines very closely.