Instructor Jobs in Mesa, AZ

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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Pilates Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Tempe, AZ (3 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ (3 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 hours ago

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

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Personal Training-Pilates Instructor (Ramp-Up Role)

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Dance/Gymnastics Instructor, Birthday Host, Class lead

  • The Little Gym
  • Glendale, AZ (20 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, AZ (20 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 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...

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Flexible Schedule - Dance Instructor/Choreographer

  • DivaDance
  • Queen Creek, AZ (23 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ (23 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Bonus points for former dance team/drill team/cheerleaders/fitness instructors....

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Recreation Instructor Fitness

  • Town of Gilbert
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Recreation Instructor Fitness Salary $22.83 Hourly Location Administration Building, 50 E....

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Substitute Fitness Instructor

  • LCS Senior Living
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

not limited to, exercise program design, fitness testing, nutritional advice, customer service, group exercise, and other Fitness Center and/or departmental initiatives....

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Fitness Instructor I

  • The Salvation Army
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

classes (e.g., SilverSneakers), and dance fitness formats such as Zumba....

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Fitness Instructor II

  • The Salvation Army
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

classes (e.g., SilverSneakers), and dance fitness formats such as Zumba....

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Pilates Instructor

  • Xponential Fitness
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

routines (we use Balanced Body reformers, EXO chairs, TRX, spring boards, ballet barre and more), you'll be a great addition to our team....

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • Torch Fitness by Valet Living
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Torch Fitness, a division of Valet Living, is looking for an enthusiastic Group Fitness Instructor to lead engaging, high-energy 45-minute fitness classes at San Portales, located at 7215 E Silverstone...

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Swim Instructor

  • SafeSplash Gilbert
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

Grow your career in the industry What will you do as a Swim Instructor?...

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Head Swim Coach & Swim Coach Assistant (Part-time, Temporary, Non-benfited)

  • City of Chandler
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

Head Swim Coach - $24.69 Minimum Qualifications A High School Diploma or GED; and 2 years of experience coaching a swim team or as a swimming instructor; and A StarGuard Lifeguard Certification; and...

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Part-Time Dance Instructor/Choreographer

  • DivaDance
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 12 days ago

You will be required to complete our online Instructor Development Program before teaching your first class. There is no cost to you for this professional development....

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Mat Pilates Instructor

  • Torch Fitness by Valet Living
  • Peoria, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Torch Fitness, a division of Valet Living, is looking for an enthusiastic Mat Pilates Instructor to lead engaging, high-energy 45-minute fitness classes at Cortland P83, located at 16601 North 75th...

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • Village Health Clubs And Spas
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Knowledge/Skills required: Nationally recognized certification in appropriate group fitness and/or exercise. Superior understanding and demonstration of customer service....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Mesa, AZ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Mesa, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.1%
Master's Degree
22.1%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Mesa, AZ
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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