Instructor Jobs in San Leandro, 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 Fitness Instructor

  • Mountain View, CA (21 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (21 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Group Fitness Instructor City and State CA - Mountain View # of openings 4 Employment duration Part time Job Overview: We are currently seeking energetic, reliable and passionate Group Fitness Instructors...

Now Hiring: Ballet Instructor with Heart, Technique & Vision

  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring: Ballet Instructor with Heart, Technique & Vision Location: Fremont, CA Position: Part-Time Start Date: July 1, 2025 Bellissimo Dance Co. is growingand were on the lookout for a passionate...

Cheerleading Coach Grades 6-8 - Fallon Middle School CL26-21

  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Dublin, a suburban city in Alameda County's East Bay and Tri-Valley regions, has a population of about 73,000 and sits at the I-580/680 intersection. Dublin Unified School...

Cheerleading Coach Grades 6-8 - Fallon Middle School

  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Dublin, a suburban city in Alameda County's East Bay and Tri-Valley regions, has a population of about 73,000 and sits at the I-580/680 intersection. Dublin Unified School...

Summer Camp Sports Instructor

  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days 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...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Corte Madera, CA (23 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (23 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days 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...

Swim Coach

  • Danville, CA (15 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danville, CA (15 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Mission The Bay Club Company is much more than a hospitality company. We provide experiences which celebrate a healthy and vibrant lifestyle. Our Culture Our unique culture is at the heart of...

Swim Instructor

  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days 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...

Aquatics Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days 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...

Tennis Instructor(s)

  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Stanford Hall of Famer John Whitlinger and longtime Stanford/USPTA Pro Tom Sarsfield seeking energetic, friendly, and reliable tennis instructor(s) to teach small group Youth and Adult classes, beginners...

Climbing Instructor

  • Mountain View, CA (21 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (21 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, and experienced Climbing Instructor to join our team....

Swim Instructor

  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 6 days ago

About the Role: As an Instructor at SafeSplash, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the aquatic skills and safety awareness of our students....

Swim Instructor Seasonal

  • Berkeley, CA (12 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (12 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview The Club Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching private and group swim lessons in a safe, professional and fun manner....

Seeking Certified Yoga & Fitness Instructors San Francisco (Corporat

  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 9 days ago

un Seeking Certified Yoga & Fitness Instructors - San Francisco (Corporat (alamo square / nopa) 1125 Stevenson St no pay We're hiring passionate, certified Yoga and Fitness Instructors to lead onsite...

Dance Teacher

  • Oakland, CA (5 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (5 miles from San Leandro, CA)
  • 10 days ago

We are now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. If you're considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess. This proactive step will...

Demographic Data for San Leandro, CA

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in San Leandro, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in San Leandro, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.3%
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 Leandro, 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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