In 2023, the fitness center industry in Japan employed 21.39 thousand full-time employees. Forecasted employment figures show a steady increase, reaching 21.61 thousand in 2024, 21.83 thousand in 2025, 22.05 thousand in 2026, 22.26 thousand in 2027, and 22.46 thousand in 2028.
Year-on-year variation rates indicate a consistent upward trend:
- From 2023 to 2024: 1.03%
- From 2024 to 2025: 1.02%
- From 2025 to 2026: 1.01%
- From 2026 to 2027: 0.95%
- From 2027 to 2028: 0.90%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is projected at approximately 0.98%, demonstrating moderate but steady growth in full-time employment in fitness centers.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of technological advancements, lifestyle changes, and demographic shifts, which could further influence employment dynamics in the fitness sector.