Instructor Jobs in Garden Grove, 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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Recreation Leader III - Aquatics Instructor

  • Bell Gardens, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Position Details The City of Bell Gardens is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for the positions of Aquatics Instructor....

Group Exercise Instructor - Indoor Cycling- Anderson Munger YMCA

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • City of Industry, CA (13 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA (13 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

F45 Group Fitness Trainer Core Responsibilities: - You will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day management of the studio, which includes: Leading F45 High-Intensity Interval Group Training...

Elementary - Dance Teacher - Candidate Pool - Various Locations 2025-2026 School Year

  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Newport-Mesa Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Open to NMUSD temporary employees, certificated substitutes, classified employees and external candidates. Letter of...

Part-Time Youth Tennis Instructor

  • Eastvale, CA (20 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Eastvale, CA (20 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As a part-time instructor, you will play a vital role in providing engaging and high-quality tennis instruction to children of various age groups....

Sport Instructor Soccer

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary The Sport Instructor is a hands-on position that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport....

Tennis Instructor

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Objective: Dynamic and passionate Tennis Instructor with a proven track record of fostering a love for the game among young athletes....

Sport Instructor Athlete Development EVERY SPORT

  • Buena Park, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buena Park, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We have careers in sports instructors, coordinators and site managers. From officials to coordinators to managers managing a site location....

Youth Soccer Coach - Early Childhood Development

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Join Our Team and Inspire the Next Generation! Soccer Shots North Inland Empire is looking for an...

Part-Time Youth Soccer Coach (Ages 2-8)

  • Norco, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norco, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Join Our Team and Inspire the Next Generation! Soccer Shots North Inland Empire is looking for an enthusiastic and...

Pilates Instructor

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHTS: We are currently hiring Instructors (minimum of Mat & Reformer training) with confidence in working with all levels of clients to provide challenging, fitness-based Pilates classes...

Queen Anne Recreation Center - Recreation Tennis Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

RECREATION TENNIS INSTRUCTOR Available Hours: 2-20 hours/week (Not to exceed 20) Hours may vary depending on class registration Salary: $20.48 - $30.41 per hour (Rec. Instr....

Athletics Instructor-11-050-SC/ Long Beach Red Shield

  • Long Beach, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Functions + Knowledge in the area which is being instructed and be able to produce documentation or certification that supports the instructors legitimacy to instruct in their given expertise...

Middle School Dance Teacher

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 3 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate dance instruction in all pertinent dance styles such as jazz, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, and lyrical dance; in person and/or online....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We fuse fitness and entertainment, making serious exercise fun! The Position Were looking for a Dynamic, Energetic, Passionate Group Fitness Instructor!...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Garden Grove, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Garden Grove, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.2%
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 Garden Grove, 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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