Instructor Jobs in Walnut Creek, 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

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 7 hours ago

At Crunch, we believe in serving up fun and effective workouts and we're looking for talented fitness instructors who share a like-minded purpose....

Community Fitness Instructor (GEX and Pilates) (Short-term/hourly)

  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Pilates, Group Exercise/Dance Preferred Qualifications: Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this position, are not included....

Part-Time Water Polo/Swim Coach (Pool)

  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Part-Time Water Polo/Swim Coach (Pool) San Mateo County Community College District San Mateo, CA Full-time Education Posted on April 01, 2025 Part-Time Water Polo/Swim Coach (Pool) San Mateo...

Theatre/Dance Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool)

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Theatre/Dance Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Ohlone College Salary: $73.16 - $123.23 Hourly Job Type: $ATSJobType Division: Kinesiology, Athletics, and Performing Arts Opening Date: $OpenDate Location...

Group Exercise Instructor-2

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Group Exercise Instructor-2 Job Summary: Koret Group Exercise Instructors are responsible for designing group and small-group training programming to help the diverse clientele served by...

Swim Instructor

  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Swim Instructor Waterworks Aquatics 14 days ago Make a difference today! We're hiring PART-TIME SWIM INSTRUCTORS! Do you love being in the water? It's OK, if you're not a fantastic swimmer....

Lead Pilates Instructor

  • Clayton, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Clayton, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago

The lead instructor will also provide coaching and mentorship to fellow instructors with a strong leadership position in the studio(s)....

Varsity Girls Flag Football Coach, San Rafael High School Fall 2025 Season

  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago

San Rafael City Schools See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please...

Zumba Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes....

Group X Coach

  • El Cerrito, CA (12 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (12 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Group Exercise Instructor

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for demonstrating the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility while delivering impactful wellness services to participants...

Fitness Instructor, Wellness, Spa & Fitness/Yoga

  • Brentwood, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brentwood, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Maintain a professional instructor-client relationship....

Pilates Instructor

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 16 days ago

Our team makes a huge impact on our community through personal training, group exercise, mind body, cycle, aqua, Pilates, and massage....

Fitness Instructor

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 16 days ago

Our team of over 100 associates makes a huge impact on our community through personal training, group exercise, mind-body, cycle, aqua, Pilates, chiropractic, massage and more....

Water Fitness Instructor Northeastern University

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Water Fitness Instructor About the Opportunity JOB SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Water Fitness Instructor provides water aerobics instruction, monitors, educates patrons...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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