Instructor Jobs in Brandon, FL

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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Youth Martial Arts Instructor- Spurlino Family YMCA

  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Under the Program Director, the Martial Arts Instructor will assist and lead introduction to Martial Arts classes....

Mat Pilates Instructor

  • Odessa, FL (23 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Odessa, FL (23 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Torch Fitness, a premier division of Valet Living, is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Mat Pilates Instructor to lead fun, energizing 45-minute classes at the upscale Lotus on Starkey Ranch community...

Group Fitness Instructor PRN

  • Wesley Chapel, FL (18 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL (18 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 3 days ago

The role youll contribute: Reporting to the Fitness Programs Coordinator at the Health & Wellness Center (HWC) at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel (AHWC) instructs land and/or water group exercise classes...

Zumba Instructor

  • Brandon, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 7 days ago

Crunch Fitness is currently looking to expand our team of Group Fitness Instructors with an instructor who specializes in Zumba....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Brandon, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 7 days ago

Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules....

HIIT Instructor

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules....

Gymnastics Instructor - South Tampa Family YMCA

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago

, and evening/weekend class instructors....

Swim Instructor

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities: We're seeking a Swim Instructor to join our team!...

Swim Instructor - New Tampa Family YMCA

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 20 days ago

The Swim Instructor will consistently exhibit behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the YMCA Mission and policies of the Association....

Swim Coach (Seasonal, March through August)

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 21 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Background in competitive swimming, or certification as a swim instructor/coach (through a state or nationally accredited program)....

Swim Instructor

  • Odessa, FL (23 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Odessa, FL (23 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking an Aquatics (Swim) Instructor....

Certified Group Exercise Instructor- Campo Family YMCA

  • Valrico, FL (2 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Valrico, FL (2 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 22 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor reports to and takes day-to-day direction from the Group Exercise/Wellness Coordinator and/or the Wellness Director....

Basketball Instructor - Spurlino Family YMCA

  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 26 days ago

The Sports Instructor holds and designs group skill training and instruction for sports clinics....

Swim Instructor - Spurlino Family YMCA

  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Swim Instructor will consistently exhibit behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the YMCA Mission and policies of the Association....

Competitive/Developmental Swim Coach - Spurlino Family YMCA

  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riverview, FL (6 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Under the direction of the Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming, Head Swim Coach, and/or the Center Aquatics Director, the Swim Coach will assist with all aspects of planning and...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Brandon, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Brandon, FL 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 Brandon, FL
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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