Instructor Jobs in Palos Verdes Peninsula, 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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Group X Coach

  • Cypress, CA (19 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (19 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 hours 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....

Salsa Dance Instructor - Weingart East LA YMCA

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Pilates Instructors, Beverly Hills

  • Beverly Hills, CA (20 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (20 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, 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....

Recreation Leader III - Aquatics Instructor

  • Bell Gardens, CA (18 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA (18 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days 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 (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Kickboxing Fitness Instructor in Culver City, CA

  • Culver City, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 2 days ago

With an instructor facilitating each workout, 9Round is able to ensure that each session is effective for every member at every fitness level....

Sport Instructor Athlete Development EVERY SPORT

  • Buena Park, CA (21 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (21 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

PT Instructor - Dance - Continuous Applicant Pool

  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 days ago

PT Instructor - Dance - Continuous Applicant Pool Santa Monica College Salary: $50.25 - $247.50 Hourly Job Type: Part Time Faculty Job Number: 00008 Location: CA 90405, CA Closing: Continuous Job Duties...

Queen Anne Recreation Center - Recreation Tennis Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 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 (7 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (7 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love...

Middle School Dance Teacher

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 5 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 (24 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (24 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $45-$65/hr - Hiring Now

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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Pilates Instructor Needed

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Pilates Instructor Needed** compensation: tbd employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Pilates Instrctor (Certified) Contact Sam ... Principals only....

Cycle & Spin Instructor - Collins & Katz Family YMCA

  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Demographic Data for Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Palos Verdes Peninsula, 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 Palos Verdes Peninsula, 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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