Instructor Jobs in Irvine, 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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Mission-Driven Team Member - Swim Instructor/Operations - 5 Openings

  • United States Swim School Association
  • Norco, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norco, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsive recruiter Childhood Drowning Prevention Foundation / Big Kahuna Swim Academy | Norco & Riverside, CA | Part-Time Why This Job Exists In 2005, our Founder lost a classmate named Arturo...

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Swim Instructor

  • British Swim School
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

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Gymnastics Instructor

  • The Little Gym
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We're also committed to fostering a positive, high-energy work culture where our instructors can thrive. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and passionwe can't wait to meet you!...

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Swim Instructor

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • Westminster, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westminster, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

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Pilates Reformer Instructor

  • 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, Inc.
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Certified Pilates Reformer Instructor (Balanced Body, STOTT, BASI, or equivalent). Current CPR/AED certification. Strong communication and coaching skills; team-player mindset....

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Pilates Reformer Instructor

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Certified Pilates Reformer Instructor (Balanced Body, STOTT, BASI, or equivalent). Current CPR/AED certification. Strong communication and coaching skills; team-player mindset....

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Taekwondo Instructor wanted

  • Rowland Heights, CA (18 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rowland Heights, CA (18 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago

un Taekwondo Instructor wanted (San Gabriel Valley) compensation: Signing bonus once hired. employment type: job title: Taekwondo / Martial Arts Instructor Tae Kwon Do studio looking for an instructor...

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Morning (AM) Swim Instructor

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago

As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

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Senior Fitness Instructor

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 days ago

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

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Dance Instructor-(Adjunct)Dual Enrollment

  • Marymount University
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 days ago

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teach designated courses and must be committed to program development and monitoring course content and course implementation. Follow the Marymount University...

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Pilates Instructor

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • Irvine, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 20 days ago

Pilates Instructors support members and champion healthier, happier lives by nurturing and maintaining strong client relationships....

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Zumba Instructor

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

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Kids Dance Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Position Summary The Kids Instructor provides best-in-class, educational/fitness-minded programming for our children....

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PT POOL - Dance Instructor

  • Rancho Santiago Community College District
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago

, dance fitness, sports psychology, dance science, dance kinesiology, kinesiology and exercise science, dance physical therapy, dance therapy, somatic practices, dance methodology and pedagogy, dance...

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Swim Instructor

  • YMCA of Orange County
  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Certifications: YMCA, Red Cross or other nationally recognized Swim Instructor or Water Safety Instructor certification preferred....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Irvine, CA 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 Irvine, 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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