Instructor Jobs in Langley, WA

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 Coach Senior Group

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Organization: Gold's Aquatics Club Part Time: 10-20 hours per week M-F 4pm-8pm Sat 7am-1am Job Summary: Gold's Aquatics Club is seeking highly motivated and experienced individuals to join our...

Swim Instructor - Aquatics I

  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Each year our Y's teach thousands of people to swim and enjoy the water as a form of play and life-long exercise....

CrossFit Coach

  • Kenmore, WA (21 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kenmore, WA (21 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago

CrossFit Coach Qualifications: - CrossFit Level 1, USAW or Personal Training Certification - Can lift 50 lbs and demonstrate movements - Experience preferred but also will to invest in training...

Youth Soccer Instructor (Seattle/Shoreline)

  • Shoreline, WA (21 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shoreline, WA (21 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago

working at The Y Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle Free access to mental health resources Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) Responsibilities What you'll be doing The Youth Soccer Instructor...

Youth Soccer Instructor (Seattle/Bothell)

  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 6 days ago

you'll get from working at The Y Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle Free access to mental health resources Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) Responsibilities The Youth Soccer Instructor...

Fitness Instructor

  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 16 days ago

POSITION: The Pure Barre Fitness Instructor will lead up to 20 participants through the Pure Barre experience....

Dance Program Fitness Instructor (Paid Programming)

  • Mount Vernon, WA (24 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, WA (24 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Location: Skagit Valley Family YMCA Mount Vernon Hoag Road - Mount Vernon, WA Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.00 Hourly Job Shift: Any Description POSITION SUMMARY: We are looking for an experienced dance instructor...

Swim Instructor (Lynnwood/Bothell)

  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

['British Swim School of Seattle', '3.9', 'Swim Instructor (Lynnwood/Bothell)', 'Easy Apply', 'Lynnwood, WA'][]...

Anderson School Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor

  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

TITLE: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor REPORTS TO: Manager FLSA CLASS: Hourly Non-Exempt Wage range: $18-$20/hr....

Head Swim Coach

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary: Gold's Aquatics Club is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to fill the role of Full-Time Player Coach at our Woodinville location. As the primary coach on deck,...

Rock Climbing Instructor

  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Rock Climbing Instructors are certified to work at all of the Y's artificial climbing sites in King County....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (17 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parents Survival Nights...

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor is responsible for providing a safe and clean environment for club members to swim and play....

Age Group Swim Coach

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Organization: Gold's Aquatics Club Woodinville, Wa. Typical practice schedule is 4PM to 8PM Monday through Friday and Saturday morning 7AM to 11AM Job Summary: Gold's Aquatics Club is seeking...

Aqua Group Fitness Instructor

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Langley, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Requirements: Certification as an Aqua instructor (e.g., Aqua Zumba, Aqua Aerobics, Water Fitness). CPR and First Aid certifications....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Langley, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Langley, WA 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 Langley, WA
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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