Personal Trainer Jobs in Alameda, CA

A Personal Trainer plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They specialize in creating custom exercise programs for individuals or groups, based on their physical abilities and health goals. Personal Trainers guide their clients through various exercises, ensuring proper form and safety. They also provide motivation, monitor progress, and make adjustments to the program as needed. Some trainers may offer dietary and lifestyle advice to enhance results. Certified Trainers have in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, nutrition, injury prevention, and specific exercise techniques.

Before becoming a Personal Trainer, an individual could hold several related positions such as Fitness Instructor, Gym Assistant, or Physical Education Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in instructing and motivating individuals, operating fitness equipment, and understanding exercise science. In terms of qualifications, a personal trainer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and an accredited certification in personal training. Some reputable certifications include NASM, ACE, and ACSM. Additional skills such as CPR and AED certification are also helpful as they are equipped to respond to emergency situations. Communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate are also key traits of successful personal trainers.

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Athletic Trainer

  • Alameda, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 18 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer

  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Serves as technical advisor to staff and athletes on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and safety techniques and athletic training....

Athletic Trainer

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (16 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (16 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Serves as technical advisor to staff and athletes on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and safety techniques and athletic training....

Athletic Trainer (ATC, OT, PT)

  • San Leandro, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking an Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team!...

Personal Trainer

  • San Lorenzo, CA (10 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA (10 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Education Level: High School Diploma or GED required Certifications / Credentials: NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer Certification and/or B.S. in Exercise Science Current CPR Experience Personal Training...

Personal Training Manager

  • Alameda, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 1 day ago

Trainer ACE Personal Trainer Certification The Cooper Institute Personal Trainer Certification IFPA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist...

Personal Trainer - Daly City

  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

NCCA Accredited primary Personal Trainer Certification (newly hired Personal Trainers may have 60 days from the date of hire to complete and provide)....

Fitness Trainer - Full Time - Pinole

  • Pinole, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pinole, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Pinole, CA1570 Fitzgerald Dr, Pinole, CA 94564, United States of AmericaPay : $18.00 - $18.50 It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to...

Fitness Coach - NEW HIRE

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach. Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred, but not required....

Personal Trainer

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach. Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred, but not required....

Fitness Specialist - Pilates Group Instructor

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Fitness Specialist – Pilates Group Instructor Overview: Join the AgeSTRONG team as a Fitness Specialist and take your career to new heights! Channing House is partnered with AgeSTRONG by...

Fitness Specialist

  • Danville, CA (20 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danville, CA (20 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements: Must have one of the following: Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology; Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally recognized and accredited organization...

Certified Performance Coach

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Current Personal Trainer certification from a nationally accredited industry association such as NASM, ACSM, NSCA, ACE is required Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required....

Personal Trainer, San Mateo. Job in San Mateo Gr8Jobs

  • San Mateo, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainer, reporting to the Personal Trainer Manager and Fitness Manager to join the Equinox team....

Group Exercise Specialist - Aqua Fit

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 5 days ago

classes Current nationally accredited group exercise certification (e.g....

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Alameda, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Alameda, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
6.0%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Trainers in Alameda, CA
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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