Instructor Jobs in San Clemente, 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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Varsity Head Girls Flag Football Coach (Non-teaching) - LHS

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $43-$65/hr - Hiring Now

  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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Pilates Instructor

  • San Clemente, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Group Fitness Instructor City and State CA - Newport Beach # of openings 1 Employment duration Part time Job Overview: We are currently seeking an energetic, reliable and passionate Group Fitness Instructors...

Full Time Temporary Dance Instructor

  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 15 days ago

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

Group X Coach

  • San Clemente, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA
  • 16 days ago

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

Bungee Fitness Instructor (On-Call)

  • Carlsbad, CA (21 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (21 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 16 days ago

College Degree in Exercise Science and/or Personal Trainer Certifications and Group Fitness Instructor from ACE, AFAA, NASM, or ACSM. CPR and AED certified and first aid certification required....

Group X Coach (Silver Sneakers)

  • Lake Forest, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 21 days ago

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

Group X Coach (Cycle)

  • Lake Forest, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (17 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 21 days ago

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

Group Exercise Instructor - Oceanside

  • Oceanside, CA (13 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (13 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Overview The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for building positive relationships among members, participants, volunteers, and staff by actively greeting and providing excellent customer service...

Head Swim Coach (Oceanside)

  • Oceanside, CA (13 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (13 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 25 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...

Pilates Instructors, Newport Beach

  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (22 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 29 days 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....

Swim Instructor

  • Carlsbad, CA (21 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (21 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: A Waterworks Aquatics Swim Instructor is primarily responsible for teaching Private and Semi-Private swimming lessons to children and adults....

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

  • Mission Viejo, CA (12 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (12 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ 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 (12 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (12 miles from San Clemente, CA)
  • 30+ 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...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in San Clemente, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, 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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