Instructor Jobs in Bristol, RI

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 Exercise Instructor

  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for the creation and implementation of high level fitness routines that combine cutting edge trends with well-established basic choreography to ensure...

Substitute Group Fitness Instructor

  • Wakefield, RI (22 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (22 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Fitness Specialist Benefits Responsibilities: Lead scheduled group exercise classes for the residents of Senior Living Communities, preferably one that can teach flexibility, cardio, strength/power,...

Cheerleading Coach

  • Smithfield, RI (20 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (20 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 15 days ago

Cheerleading Coach Smithfield Public Schools Smithfield Public Schools - Smithfield, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details Job ID:5081166...

Reformer pilates instructor

  • North Providence, RI (14 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • North Providence, RI (14 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 15 days ago

pilates instructor....

Zumba Instructor - Substitute

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 22 days ago

In this position you will provide fun, effective and safe group exercise to members participating in the Zumba class. This is a position teaching on an as-needed basis. Substitute hours will vary....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for Group Fitness Instructors to join our team! What's your specialty? Dance, yoga, cycling, strength or sports based workouts?...

Yoga Instructor

  • Swansea, MA (5 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (5 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

clients of all levelsStrong customer service skillsGood verbal communication Responsibilities:Instruct safe and effective exercise classes.Maintain all mandatory education certifications.Follow all instructor...

Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor

  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Under the supervision of the Fitness Director (or direct supervisor), the Personal Trainer will design a personal and individualized wellness program for the member he/she is working with. The...

HIIT Instructor

  • Swansea, MA (5 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (5 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Swim Instructor

  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent Demonstrated ability of YMCA standards swim instructor skills Physical Demands:...

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Teach classes/programs based on the YMCAs Sport Philosophy. Incorporate the YMCAs mission of developing healthy mind, body, and spirit into programs. Ability to supervise 8-9 students with...

Group Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for the creation and implementation of high level fitness routines that combine cutting edge trends with well-established basic choreography to ensure...

Pickleball Instructor

  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Program/Department Responsibilities Instruction of assigned classes, teaching proper techniques and form of appropriate skills To have good sports skills and experience of the class, gym and...

Lead Gymnastics Instructor

  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

The Lead Gymnastics Instructor will promote the social, cultural, educational, and physical potential of the participants....

Weekday Morning Swim Instructor

  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

. - Swim instructors should be able to teach all 4 competitive strokes and have experience working with children - Swim instructors should be able to pass a traditional swim test demonstrating 4 competitive...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Bristol, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Bristol, RI 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 Bristol, RI
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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