Instructor Jobs in Murrieta, 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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Pool Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor/Head Lifeguard

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Possession of Aquatic Exercise Certification preferred. HEAD LIFEGUARD Experience: Three (3) seasons of responsible experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor....

Varsity Head Girls Flag Football Coach (Non-teaching) - LHS

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (9 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (9 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Lake Elsinore Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Please review the attached job description for complete qualifications/expectations. This is an opening for the...

Pilates Instructor

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 22 days ago

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

Full Time Temporary Dance Instructor

  • Temecula, CA (7 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Temecula, CA (7 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

San Jacinto Community College District seeks a Dance Instructor to teach and develop courses in Dance....

Group X Coach

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Head Swim Coach (Oceanside)

  • Oceanside, CA (15 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (15 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Cross Lifeguard certification (will be required if supervising off-site events) desirable YMCA or WSI Swim Lesson certification desirable Safety training for Swim Coaches desirable YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor...

Head Track and Field Coach and Intercollegiate Athletics Instructor (Part-Time Faculty - SC)

  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Master's degree or higher in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, or adaptive physical education from an accredited...

Head Womens Beach Volleyball Coach and Intercollegiate Athletics Instructor(Part-Time Faculty - SC)

  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Master's degree or higher in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, or adaptive physical education from an accredited...

Pickleball Instructor

  • Coto de Caza, CA (17 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Coto de Caza, CA (17 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We are Invited. At Invited Clubs, work feels like play as you build relationships with your team and meet Members from all different backgrounds. Every time you step foot in your Club, you can...

Swim Instructor

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ 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

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

So weve fused fitness and entertainment so that we can make serious exercise fun. The Position Were looking for talented Group Fitness Instructors with a passion for people!...

Kids Instructor

  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (18 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

(Strength Instructor) (Boot Camp Instructor) (Turbo Kick Instructor) (Silver Sneakers Instructor)

  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (20 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (20 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ 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....

Head Cheer Coach and Intercollegiate Athletics Instructor (Part-Time Faculty - SC)

  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Master's degree or higher in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, or adaptive physical education from an accredited...

Group Fitness Instructor HIIT Boot Camp Coach

  • San Clemente, CA (20 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (20 miles from Murrieta, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

So weve fused fitness and entertainment so that we can make serious exercise fun. The Position Were looking for a talented Group Fitness Instructor with a yoga and/or Pilates specialization....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Murrieta, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Murrieta, 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 Murrieta, 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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