Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 73'500 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 78'247 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 78'747 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 70'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 67'500 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 79'579 |
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Swiss professionsBeauty & Sports
Sportartenlehrer/in BP
You teach various sports and guide people toward their athletic goals
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You plan and lead sports courses for different groups. You ensure safety and advise clients on training and equipment.
As a Sportartenlehrer/in BP, you lead courses in many disciplines. You tailor lessons to the participants' skills. You always ensure safety and motivate your clients effectively. Whether at a club, outdoors, or in a hall: you combine athletic passion with professional teaching and personal support.
FieldBeauty & Sports
Education pathContinuing Education Profession
IndustryMovement & Sport
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Sports Teacher. Based on 113 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 62'625 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 70'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 83'500 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 70'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | CHF 76'500 | 20 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Education | CHF 98'134 | 32 |
| Health care / Social services | CHF 70'000 | 23 |
| Tourism / Travel / Recreation | CHF 70'000 | 19 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 65'175 | 8 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 36'000 | 7 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Mit eidg. Fachausweis: Bootsfahrlehrer/in, Eislauflehrer/in, Golflehrer/in, Judo-Lehrer/in, Ju-Jitsu-Lehrer/in, Kanulehrer/in, Karatelehrer/in, Kletterlehrer/in, Mountainbikelehrer/in, Paartanzlehrer/in, Padellehrer/in, Runninglehrer/in, Schwimmsportlehrer/in, Segellehrer/in, Solotanzlehrer/in, Tennislehrer/in
Official education path
The part-time training lasts up to four years depending on the sport. It prepares you for the professional exam.
Typical training path
Mit eidg. Fachausweis: Bootsfahrlehrer/in, Eislauflehrer/in, Golflehrer/in, Judo-Lehrer/in, Ju-Jitsu-Lehrer/in, Kanulehrer/in, Karatelehrer/in, Kletterlehrer/in, Mountainbikelehrer/in, Paartanzlehrer/in, Padellehrer/in, Runninglehrer/in, Schwimmsportlehrer/in, Segellehrer/in, Solotanzlehrer/in, Tennislehrer/in
Prerequisites
- eidg. Fähigkeitszeugnis (EFZ), gymnasiale Maturität, Berufs- oder Fachmaturität, Fachmittelschulausweis or equivalent qualification
- At least 2 years of professional practice as a teacher in the chosen sport (min. 250 lessons within the last 3 years)
- OR professional practice as a teacher in the chosen sport for more than 5 years (min. 250 lessons within the last 3 years)
- OR more than 3 years of professional practice as a teacher in the chosen sport and a total of more than 10 years of professional practice in sports training
- For sports subsidized by J+S and/or esa: highest J+S and/or esa recognition as a leader in the own sport and the training offered in the own specialty
- Association training as a teacher in the chosen sport
- Medical or rescue certificate (not older than 4 years)
- Recommendation from the association responsible for the sport
Requirements
- Good health
- Physical resilience
- Stamina
- Strong sociability and communication skills
- Sense of responsibility
- Reliability
- Independence
- Customer-oriented behavior
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Physical fitness
- Teaching skills
- Safety awareness
- Client focus
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand at the starting point. You explain the key movements to participants before the exercise begins. During training, you correct technique. You make sure everyone follows the safety rules.
- You plan and lead sports courses for different age groups and skill levels.
- You tailor methods and exercises to the participants' abilities.
- You provide the necessary sports equipment. You check the safety of the gear.
- You teach core techniques. You explain key safety aspects of each discipline.
- You accompany your groups to competitions. You organize sports training camps.
- You advise clients on training plans, nutrition, and suitable sports gear.
Working conditions
You work in sports halls, on sports fields, or in nature like mountains and waters. Your workplace changes depending on the sport and client needs.
Where to learn
- sportartenlehrer.ch GeschäftsstelleSteinackerweg 26, 8405 Winterthur
- Bundesamt für Sport BASPO Jugend+SportHauptstr. 247, 2532 Magglingen
- Erwachsenensport Schweiz esa Bundesamt für Sport BASPOHauptstrasse 247, 2532 Magglingen
Strengths
- Physical fitness
- Teaching skills
- Safety awareness
- Client focus
Trade-offs
- Irregular hours
- Seasonal fluctuations
- Physical strain
- Self-organization
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