Instructor Jobs in Flintridge, CA

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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Summer Lifeguard/Swim Instructor / Hours vary between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Summer Lifeguard/Swim Instructor / Hours vary between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

GymnastiKids, a non-competitive gymnastics facility in Pasadena, needs a positive energetic person who has a background in gymnastics or special needs instruction. Classes are held throughout the...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • City of Industry, CA (16 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • City of Industry, CA (16 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Instruct group exercise format according to class schedule and adhering to company standard. Greet and encourage new participants and orient them to class....

Recreation Instructor (Youth & Adult Sports Instructor)

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Recreation Instructor Youth & Adult Sports Instructor Multiple Positions Available Hours: Up to 20 hours per week Various shifts Monday-Friday, 9:30am-7:00pm, Saturdays 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Hours are not...

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $43-$65/hr - Hiring Now

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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6-8 Female P.E./Dance Teacher

  • Paramount, CA (23 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Paramount, CA (23 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Welcome to Paramount Unified School District, where great things are happening. Paramount strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment for our employees so that...

Youth Enrichment Instructor - North Valley Family YMCA ( San Fernando Gardens) Sports Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Ignite Creativity & Inspire Young Minds as a Youth Enrichment Instructor! Do you love working with kids and sparking their creativity?...

2025 Camp/Clinic Per Diem Instructor Tennis

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Camp/Clinic Counselor will provide fundamental instruction in a specific sport, as well as supervision and guidance to youth aged attendees at LMU Sports Camps/Clinics. The position reports to...

Swim Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Under the supervision of the Aquatic Director and Swim Lesson Coordinator, the Swim Instructor position is responsible for providing swim lessons that create a safe, friendly and secure atmosphere for...

Lifeguard/Instructor - Fitness Center

  • Duarte, CA (10 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Duarte, CA (10 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Become a Lifeguard/Instructor!...

Lead Pilates Instructor

  • West Hollywood, CA (16 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (16 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago

The lead instructor will also provide coaching and mentorship to fellow instructors with a strong leadership position in the studio(s)....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • West Covina, CA (14 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (14 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Gold's Gym is growing fast and looking for a Group Exercise Instructor to help us to provide world class service to our clubs and members by utilizing in-depth knowledge of company products and programs...

Lincoln Heights Rec Center - Youth Soccer Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Lincoln Heights Rec Center Youth Soccer Instructor Position: Youth Soccer Instructor About the Role: Lincoln Heights Recreation Center is seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to teach youth...

Woodland Hills Recreation Center - Dance Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago

CITY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS WOODLAND HILLS RECREATION CENTER 5858 Shoup Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Phone: ...

Lincoln Heights Youth Center - Boxing Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (19 miles from Flintridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago

To work as a boxing instructor; must be able to show patience and adapt to young inexperienced boxers. Must be very considerate and responsible....

Demographic Data for Flintridge, CA

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Flintridge, CA

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Flintridge, CA 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
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

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