Instructor Jobs in Hastings, MN

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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Swim Instructor

  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 18 hours ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

Pilates Instructor

  • Edina, MN (24 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edina, MN (24 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

Pilates Reformer Instructor

  • Hastings, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Hastings, MN
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA, Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions...

Kids Instructor (Mornings & Weekends)

  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

Girls Flag Football Coach - Park High School

  • Cottage Grove, MN (6 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, MN (6 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Football Coach Date Posted: 2/26/2025 Location: Park High School Date Available: 3/24/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled   Additional Information:...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 9 days ago

The YMCA healthy living program is hiring enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals that are looking for an opportunity and have a passion for teaching group exercise classes!...

Girls Flag Football Coach - Park High School

  • Woodbury, MN (13 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN (13 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Football Coach Date Posted: 2/26/2025 Location: Park High School Date Available: 3/24/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled    Girls Flag Football Coach...

Adaptive Sports Instructor

  • Bloomington, MN (20 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (20 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Provide adaptive sports programming to ensure a successful recreation experience for participants with disabilities, under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and the work...

Swim Instructor

  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 12 days ago

The YMCA Swim Instructor aquatics role is more than a job and is a critical role at the YMCA....

Summer Camp Instructor New

  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is hiring Summer Camp Instructors!...

Summer Camp Instructor

  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is hiring Summer Camp Instructors!...

Fitness Instructor

  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 17 days ago

The Fitness Instructor leads, instructs and motivates individuals or groups in exercise activities in assigned PHS locations....

Water Fitness Instructor - Cascade Bay Waterpark

  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 19 days ago

Water Fitness Instructors start in early June and end in late August (flexible start and end dates). Classes are mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays....

Water Fitness Instructor - Cascade Bay Waterpark

  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 20 days ago

Water Fitness Instructors start in early June and end in late August (flexible start and end dates). Classes are mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays....

Kids Instructor

  • Lakeville, MN (21 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN (21 miles from Hastings, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hastings, MN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hastings, MN 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 Hastings, MN
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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