Instructor Jobs in Hayward, CA

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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Recreation Sport Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications: One year experience as an instructor for specified recreational sports program...

Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: Required Qualifications: One year of experience as a Group Exercise instructor....

2025-2026 - Physical Education/Dance Teacher - Borel Middle School

  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Physical Education Credential Required: - PE Credential issued prior to 2022 preferred - PE Credential issued after 2022 must contain Supplementary Authorization in Dance - Credential in other...

Dance Teacher (0.2 FTE, Burlingame High School Post # 25040)

  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Valid CA Single Subject - Dance or P.E. Authorization obtained prior to 1/1/2022. Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Comments...

Choreographer or dance instructor

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

un Choreographer or dance instructor (campbell) compensation: Negotiable I need a dance choreographer who can help me create a dance routine for an event I have in June....

Year Round Swim Instructor

  • Lafayette, CA (15 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (15 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago

________________________________________ Job Title: Year-Round Swim Instructor (Start ASAP) Location: Lafayette CA Hours: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (16 hours/week) Compensation: $35 - $45...

Group Fitness Instructors, Berkeley

  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Equinox is seeking Group Fitness Instructors. The position entails the following responsibilities....

Dance Teacher (0.2 FTE, Mills High School Post # 25037)

  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Valid CA Single Subject - Dance or P.E. authorization issued prior to 1/1/2022 Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Comments and...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

We are currently hiring Group Fitness Instructors with experience in teaching Ride/ Spin/ Cycle or YOGA....

Assistant Swim Coach

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Job no: 546566 Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian) Location: San Jose Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Coach...

Swim Instructors - San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 6 days ago

OUR STORY Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and...

Pilates Instructor

  • Palo Alto, CA (16 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (16 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING: Pilates Instructors for Multiple Area Studios Pilates Instructor for Group Classes - PTO, 401(k), & Benefits Available ABOUT OUR FIVE STAR RATED TEAM: Riser Fitness is one of the nation's...

2025-2026 High School Dance Teacher

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago

About the Employer With an annual budget of $1.17 billion, the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, serving 50,000 students who speak...

Group X Coach

  • El Cerrito, CA (20 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (20 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago

or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Pure Barre Fitness Instructor

  • Mountain View, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago

POSITION: The Pure Barre Fitness Instructor will lead up to 20 participants through the Pure Barre experience....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hayward, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hayward, CA 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 Hayward, CA
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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