Instructor Jobs in Goshen, IN

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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Latin dance teacher wanted

  • Mishawaka, IN (15 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (15 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Latin dance teacher wanted (Michawaka) compensation: $75/hr Hi I am 32 yr old male looking for a female who can teach me how to dance bachata and salsa a couple nights a week. post id: ... [ ]

Cheerleading Coach

  • Winona Lake, IN (23 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Winona Lake, IN (23 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 15 days ago

Cheerleading Coach Warsaw Community Schools Jefferson Elementary - Winona Lake, Indiana This job is also posted in Warsaw Community Schools Job Details Job ID:5080786 Application Deadline:Posted...

Looking for Group Class Instructors & Fitness Professionals part-time

  • Warsaw, IN (24 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Warsaw, IN (24 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 22 days ago

GROUP CLASS INSTRUCTORS: In this position you will provide fun, effective, and safe group exercise to members participating in the program such as HIIT, core, boot camp, and circuit or teaching specialty...

Aerobic Instructor II

  • Granger, IN (18 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Granger, IN (18 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Under the guidance of the Group Exercise Coordinator, is responsible for conducting quality group exercise classes....

Arthritis Aquatic Instructor

  • Granger, IN (18 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Granger, IN (18 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Under the guidance of the Group Exercise Coordinator, is responsible for conducting quality group exercise classes....

Aerobic Instructor I

  • South Bend, IN (21 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN (21 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Certification through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) as a Group Exercise Instructor is required....

Yoga and Pilates Instructors (part-time)

  • Warsaw, IN (24 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warsaw, IN (24 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

In this position you will provide fun, effective and safe group exercise to members participating in either our Yoga or our Pilates program....

Swim Instructor I

  • Elkhart, IN (12 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (12 miles from Goshen, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Requires CPR/AED/First Aid certification or arrangements to be certified within the first three months of employment as an Learn To Swim instructor....

Demographic Data for Goshen, IN

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Goshen, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Goshen, IN 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 Goshen, IN
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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