Instructor Jobs in Alabama

A Fitness Instructor, also known as a Fitness Trainer, serves a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry through facilitating exercise routines and advising clients on health and nutrition. They design and lead fitness programs tailored to individual or group needs, ensuring proper exercise techniques, equipment use, and safety. Fitness instructors also motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals, provide feedback, and adjust fitness plans as needed. They may work in various settings such as gyms, fitness studios, or clients' homes. A fitness instructor should be physically fit, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

A Fitness Instructor should ideally have a certification in personal training or a related field from a recognized organization like the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). Some may even have specialized certifications for specific types of training, such as yoga or pilates. First aid and CPR certifications are also crucial for fitness trainers, as they may need to handle emergency situations during training sessions. Prior to becoming a Fitness Instructor, a person might work as an Exercise Instructor, Fitness Assistant, or even a Sports Coach, roles that provide valuable experience and knowledge in physical training and client interaction.

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Head Swim Coach (Seasonal)

  • Guntersville, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Guntersville, AL
  • 4 days ago

MAR 06, 2025 HEAD SWIM COACH (SEASONAL) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT External Job Title: Head Swim Coach (Seasonal) Announcement Date: March 6, 2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Announcement Type: External...

Group Exercise Instructor-Early Morning

  • Trussville, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Trussville, AL
  • 10 days ago

The instructor is proficient in various group exercise disciplines offered and defined by the YMCA....

Group Exercise Instructor-Weekends

  • Trussville, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Trussville, AL
  • 10 days ago

The instructor is proficient in various group exercise disciplines offered and defined by the YMCA....

Cheerleading Coach

  • Mobile, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 15 days ago

Cheerleading Coach Salary $2,000.00 Monthly Location Mobile, AL Job Type Part-Time Job Number 05859 College/Division BISHOP-50500-Athletics Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 3/12/2025 11:59 PM...

Flag Football Coach

  • Mobile, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 15 days ago

Flag Football Coach Salary $2,000.00 Monthly Location Mobile, AL Job Type Part-Time Job Number 05858 College/Division BISHOP-50500-Athletics Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 3/12/2025 11:59 PM...

Lead Recreation Assistant (Swim Instructor)

  • Maxwell AFB, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Maxwell AFB, AL
  • 15 days ago

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Aviation Cadet Pool on Maxwell AFB, AL. This position is an Intermittent/Flexible position, there are no guaranteed hours. This position...

Zumba/Y Jam (Dance) Instructor (Evenings Needed)

  • Hoover, AL
  • 16 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 16 days ago

The instructor is proficient in various group exercise disciplines offered and defined by the YMCA....

Fitness Instructor - City of Birmingham

  • AL
  • 17 days ago
  • AL
  • 17 days ago

Possession of a Personal Training or Group Exercise Certification....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Auburn, AL
  • 23 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 23 days ago

Position Requirements Responsibilities: Instruct a variety of group exercise classes. Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises. Maintain all mandatory education certifications....

Kids Instructor

  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 25 days ago
  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 25 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

Group Exercise Instructor (BodyPump Weeknights 7pm)

  • Pelham, AL
  • 28 days ago
  • Pelham, AL
  • 28 days ago

The instructor is proficient in various group exercise disciplines offered and defined by the YMCA....

Pilates Instructor

  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

PT Group Fitness Instructor

  • Jacksonville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

It is preferred that all candidates have a primary group exercise certification AND specialty cert. Exceptions will be on a case-by-case basis based on a variety of factors....

PT Head Women's Flag Football Coach

  • Boaz, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boaz, AL
  • 30+ days ago

The Head Coach is responsible for all duties associated with coaching the team. Head coaches are an integral component of Snead State Community College Athletics and as such are responsible for...

Swim Instructor - Seasonal

  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vestavia Hills, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Alabama

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.3%
Master's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Alabama
Less than 1 year
66.7%
1-2 years
14.3%
None
9.5%
2-4 years
4.8%
4-6 years
4.8%


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