Instructor Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, 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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Head Men's Swim Coach- Chino High School (OUTSIDE)

  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

About the Employer Here at Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), our administrators, educators, support staff, and athletic coaches are part of an award -winning team. Not only does the...

Swim Instructor

  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Licensures and Certifications: Swim Coach certification from USA Swimming or the American Red Cross, or Water Safety Instructor certification from the American Red Cross required.* Loma Linda University...

Shadow Hills High School - Head Girls Swim Coach

  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Participated in competitive swimming 2. Athletic coaching experience 3. The ability to work positively with all staff and the athletic director....

Head Varsity Flag Football Coach - Edgewood School

  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 17 days ago

EDJOIN Application Resume Letters of Recommendation Upon hire the following will be required: Valid First Aid, CPR, Concussion, Heat Illness Certifications Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate...

Youth Dance Instructor - Santa Anita Family YMCA

  • Monrovia, CA (21 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Monrovia, CA (21 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Whether you're teaching ballet, hip-hop, musical or creative movement, you'll help students build skills, confidence, and a love for the arts!...

Short-Term Worker - Water Instructor (Swim Teacher)

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 24 days ago

The Chaffey College Water Instructor will teach children to swim and will enforce applicable rules, regulations, and ordinances at a college swimming pool to prevent accidents CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT...

Swim Instructor - Help Save Children's Lives! (Part-Time)

  • Norco, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norco, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children and parents....

Swim Instructor - Help Save Children's Lives!

  • Norco, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Norco, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children and parents....

Assistant Varsity Flag Football Coach - West Covina High School

  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 28 days ago

West Covina Unified See attachment on original job posting EDJOIN ApplicationResumeLetters of Recommendation Upon hire the following will be required:Valid First Aid, CPR, Concussion, Heat Illness...

Group X Coach

  • Eastvale, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eastvale, CA (15 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ 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....

Pickleball Instructor

  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Education and Experience: Minimum of three years of related experience as a pickleball professional or instructor required....

Group Exercise Cycling Instructor Santa Anita

  • Monrovia, CA (21 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monrovia, CA (21 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Incorporate use of cuing, tempo and safe transitional movements from one exercise to another. Instruct group exercise format according to class schedule and adhering to company standard....

Dance Teacher - Middle School, Teaching and Learning - CB #4417.26

  • Fontana, CA (9 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fontana, CA (9 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

INTERNS: Intern Teachers will be considered. Attach a current university intern eligibility letter (dated within the last 90 days). Single Subject Dance credential OR Single Subject PE credential...

Group Fitness Instructors

  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
  • 45+ 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!...

Demographic Data for Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Rancho Cucamonga, 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 Rancho Cucamonga, 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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