Instructor Jobs in Millbrae, 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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Swim Instructor

  • Redwood City, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

INSTRUCTOR TIERS The following is a guideline for the various tier levels....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Corte Madera, CA (23 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (23 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Group Fitness Director, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for providing creative, inviting and encouraging group exercise programs while maintaining...

Summer Camp Sports Instructor

  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Summer Camp Sports Instructor is responsible for leading camp rotations in one specialized sport-Tennis, Aquatics/Swimming...

Aquatics Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Instructor is responsible for providing private and group swim instruction to clients; maintaining a safe and effective learning...

Yoga Group Exercise Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Responsibilities: We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes....

Wellness Aquatics Instructor

  • Redwood City, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities We're seeking a Swim Instructor to join our team!...

Athletic Coach - MS Girls Flag Football Coach: Bret Harte (Fall 2025)

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MS25-206F3 MS25-206F4 All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season....

Athletic Coach - MS Boys Flag Football Coach: Bret Harte (Fall 2025)

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MS25-206F1 MS25-206F2 All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season....

Athletic Coach - MS Boys Flag Football Coach: CCPA (Fall 2025).

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MS25-232F1 MS25-232F2 All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season....

Athletic Coach - MS Girls Flag Football Coach: Claremont (Fall 2025)

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MS25-201F3 MS25-201F4 All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season....

Athletic Coach - MS Boys Flag Football Coach: Claremont (Fall 2025)

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MS25-201F1 MS25-201F2 All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season....

Swim Instructor (Full Time)

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Wear the JCCSF swim instructor uniform at all times while teaching. Greet all students as they arrive for class. Evaluate students' progress every class....

Pilates Instructors, San Ramon

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

You will also have the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team of experienced professionals who will help you grow as a Pilates Instructor....

Fitness Instructor (4128U) Recreation & Wellbeing, 75951

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills. Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills....

Youth Gymnastics Instructor (4128U), RecWell Youth Programs - 75999

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Millbrae, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Gymnastics Team/Rec Coaches are instructors for recreational gymnasts and competitive gymnasts under the supervision of the Gymnastics Head Coach....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Millbrae, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, 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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