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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Yates Private Swim Instructor

  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Requirements The Swim Instructor will provide private swim instruction primarily to adults from beginner to advanced level, but may also include some instruction for children....

Swim Instructor

  • North Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • North Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

As a swim instructor you will report to the Deck Supervisor or Site Supervisor during shifts and provide support throughout the pool deck as needed....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, 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....

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $40-$60/hr - Hiring Now

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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Swim Instructor

  • Irvine, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 5 days ago

Swim Instructor Waterworks Aquatics 17 days ago Make a difference today! We're hiring PART-TIME SWIM INSTRUCTORS! Do you love being in the water? It's OK, if you're not a fantastic swimmer....

Pilates Instructor (On Call) - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club

  • Dana Point, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dana Point, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Provide, teach and facilitate individual and group exercise instruction and workouts for members and...

Aquatics Swim Instructor (Pays up to $19/hour starting)

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Group X Coach

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 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....

Group Fitness Instructors

  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Crunch instructors put the FUN in Functional Fitness!...

Lead Pilates Instructor

  • Newport Coast, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newport Coast, CA (11 miles from Irvine, 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 X Coach (Aqua)

  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 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....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, 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...

Group X Coach LesMills BodyPump/Combat

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago

or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Small Group Training Coach

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago

FULL-TIME Part-time LOCATION 27921 La Paz Road Laguna Niguel CA 92677 JOB SUMMARY The Fitness Coach represents 24 Hour Fitness to members and clients by delivering a positive fitness experience...

Kids Instructor

  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Irvine, 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 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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