Instructor Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

exercise classes.Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises.Maintain all mandatory education certifications.Follow all instructor sign-in/sign-out procedures.Maintain the cleanliness and organization...

Head Swim Instructor

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago

Head Swim Instructors must be Lifeguard certified....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Timnath, CO (9 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Timnath, CO (9 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 16 days ago

Life's too short to not work someplace awesome! If you love kids, enjoy moving, and being active in your job while having a ton of fun, you may be the person we are looking for! What we expect...

Specialized Youth Instructor - Teen Summer Camp

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

We are searching for strong, compassionate, experienced, and fun instructors to be S.I.L.L.Y. (Safe, Intelligent, Loving, Laughing, & uniquely You) with our children....

Dance Instructors Open Pool 2025

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

to teach a variety of courses including technique, choreography, and introduction to dance....

Specialized Youth Instructor - School Age Summer Camp

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

We are searching for strong, compassionate, experienced, and fun instructors to be S.I.L.L.Y. (Safe, Intelligent, Loving, Laughing, & uniquely You) with our children....

Swim Instructor

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

Swim Instructor-Group/Private

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Swim Instructor Performance Steps Step 1 Performs as required by job description with direct supervision Serves as a Swim Instructor with punctual attendance for all scheduled shifts without incident...

Fitness Instructor/Trainer

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF)....

Kickboxing Fitness Instructor in Fort Collins, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 90+ days ago

We are seeking enthusiastic trainers with outgoing and energetic personalities to carry out our missionmaking members stronger in 30 minutes, physically and mentally. If you think you have what it...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Fort Collins, CO 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 Fort Collins, CO
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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