Instructor Jobs in Irvine, 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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Group Fitness Instructor

  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Instruct safe and effective exercise classes for all fitness levels Follow all instructor sign in and sign out procedures Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards Demonstrate knowledge...

Early Childhood Educator Sports Coach

  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program with an emphasis on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class...

Pool Cashier/Swim Instructor Aide

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The City of Laguna Beach is seeking customer service-oriented individuals to fill our position of Pool Cashier/Swim Instructor Aide for the summer season! This is an hourly / part-time position....

Pool Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

A Water Safety Instructor certification is highly desirable, but not required....

Group X Coach LesMills BodyPump/Combat

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Front Desk & Fitness Instructor

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Get paid to have fun & do what you love! HWD Fitness offers Bootcamp and Cardio Boxing group fitness classes. We are looking to add an awesome Coach and Front Desk to our team in City of Industry....

Yoga and Pilates Instructor, Part-Time Pool

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Duties: Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or...

Fitness Instructor - Tenaya Stone Spa - Part Time

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

NASM, NSCA, ACSM) for fitness instruction/personal training and/or Associates degree or higher in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field Excellent communication and listening skills Ability...

Fitness Instructor - Tenaya Stone Spa - Part Time

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Guests can enjoy independent workouts or join our Fitness program offered by one of our skilled Certified Fitness Instructors....

Group Fitness Instructor HIIT Boot Camp Coach

  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

So we've fused fitness and entertainment so that we can make serious exercise fun. The Position We're looking for a talented Group Fitness Instructor with a yoga and/or Pilates specialization....

Dance Teacher: 50% at Brea Junior High School

  • Brea, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brea, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Mission Statement: We are a devoted educational community that develops our students to become local and global influencers through dynamic learning experiences. See attachment on original job...

Kids Soccer Coach - Soccer Stars of North OC

  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Super Soccer Stars Coaching Kids Soccer Coach - Soccer Stars of North OC in Fullerton , California We are looking for energetic Youth Soccer Coaches in the greater North OC Area! You will lead...

Pilates Instructor

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Chapman Orange CA 92869 JOB SUMMARY The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs...

Pilates Instructor

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING: Pilates Instructors for Multiple Area Studios Pilates Instructors for 3 Area Studios - 401(k), PTO, & Benefits Available ABOUT OUR FIVE STAR RATED TEAM: Riser Fitness is one of the nation's...

Pilates Instructors for 3 Area Studios - 401(k), PTO, & Benefits Available

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHTS: We are currently hiring Instructors (minimum of Mat & Reformer training) with confidence in working with all levels of clients to provide challenging, fitness-based Pilates classes...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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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