Instructor Jobs in Washington

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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Assistant Girls Swim Coach - Mount Tahoma High School

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with student athletes. Ability to motivate student athletes. Ability to conduct oneself in an ethical and exemplary manner at all times....

Assistant Boys Swim Coach - Mount Tahoma high School

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with student athletes. Ability to motivate student athletes. Ability to conduct oneself in an ethical and exemplary manner at all times....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 1 day ago

form to prevent injuries Promote and sell only F45 services in studio, assist in membership growth and retention Light service desk responsibilities Demonstrate and complete every exercise in the workouts...

24-25 Swim Instructor, Temporary

  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Swim Instructors, Temporary for 24-25 school year LOCATION: Ellensburg City Pool REPORTS TO: Swim Coordinator – Program Coordinator Purpose To provide swim instruction and supervision to Ellensburg...

Group Exercise Instructor - North Branch

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Group Exercise Instructor supplies group exercise instruction and support for the Health and Wellness department....

Youth Dance Instructor - Temporary

  • Auburn, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 2 days ago

Looking for an instructor with a love for teaching dance and working with youth. Hours of Work Variable hour-primarily weeknights between 4-8pm....

Swim Instructor

  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago

Special Note: Highly qualified instructors without a Water Safety Instructor Certification will be considered, but must be knowledgeable swimmers and great with kids....

25608 Swim Instructor

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 3 days ago

[The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties] [ is seeking a *Swim Instructor * to join our team.]...

CrossFit Coach

  • Kenmore, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenmore, WA
  • 3 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/Bothell)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 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...

Youth Soccer Instructor (Seattle/Shoreline)

  • Shoreline, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Shoreline, WA
  • 4 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/Auburn)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Youth Soccer Instructor will assist with overall program development of our Soccer for Success programming....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago

: Instruct safe and effective exercise classes....

25607 Pre-K Gymnastics Instructor

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 6 days ago

[The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Preschool Gymnastics Instructor to join our team. ] [The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring...

Water Aerobics Instructor

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Water Aerobics Instructor Location: The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge Job Summary: The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, a premier private golf and country club, is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Washington

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 Washington 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 Washington
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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