Instructor Jobs in Idaho

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 Tennis Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 11 hours ago

Instructs and coaches youth in the fundamentals of the game of tennis. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older. This position is designated as At-Will.Instructs or coaches students on the...

Group Exercise Instructor (Bootcamp) - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA

  • Meridian, ID
  • 17 hours ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 17 hours ago

We offer High Fitness, TRX, Zumba, Barre, Yoga, MOSSA classes, and more....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

There is a need for instructors who have experience in any and all of the following genres - Bootcamp based classes, BOSU, Kickboxing, Zumba, TRX, Hi/Lo, Sculpt, Yoga and Pilates....

Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 3 days ago

Instructors will report at least 15 minutes prior to first class and be prepared with a lesson plan before they step on deck....

Group Exercise Instructor (Barre) - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA

  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago

The Barre Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 5 days ago

Follow all instructor sign-in/sign-out procedures. Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards....

Senior Hockey Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 15 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 15 days ago

Hockey Instructors this season. Instructs and coaches youth and adult hockey classes as well as assists with coaching of house league youth teams....

Junior Hockey Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 15 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 15 days ago

Junior Hockey Instructor position is open to all interested persons age 16 and older....

The Silver Sneakers Yoga Chair Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

Swim Instructor - Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Boise, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 22 days ago

The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swimming skills, water safety, and water survival skills to participants at a variety of levels....

Group Exercise Instructor (Yoga) - Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Boise, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 22 days ago

The Yoga Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

Group Exercise Instructor (Yoga)- Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA

  • Meridian, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 22 days ago

The Yoga Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

Water Group Exercise Instructor - Caldwell YMCA

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 22 days ago

The Water Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

AquAbility Swim Instructor - Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Meridian, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 22 days ago

The AquAbility Swim Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in an AquAbility program....

The Group Exercise Instructor - Youth Enrichment is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho 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 Idaho
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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