Instructor Jobs in Parker, CO

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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Assistant Flag Football Coach - Smoky Hill High School

  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 6 hours ago

Assistant Flag Football Coach - Smoky Hill High School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek School District...

Swim Instructor / Teacher

  • Lone Tree, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lone Tree, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Part-time Description FOSS is making waves with its first-ever expansion into Colorado! With 31 schools already thriving across Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, North Dakota, and...

Yoga & Pilates Instructor

  • Columbine Valley, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbine Valley, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Exemplifying professionalism and exceptional customer service, the instructor creates a welcoming environment and upholds the highest safety standards....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Castle Rock, CO (13 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Castle Rock, CO (13 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago

We need to complete our ROCKSTAR team with amazing instructors! Training for this role will begin in late May/early June....

Group X Coach

  • Highlands Ranch, CO (10 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO (10 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago

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

Pilates Reformer Instructor

  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Candidate educates class participants at the Malley Recreation Center, and other contracted locations. Demonstrates safe and effective Pilates on reformer-based exercises for both general and...

PC Specialized Water Fitness Instructor

  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (16 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 5 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Seeking energetic, experienced instructor to teach adult water fitness classes at Pirates Cove Waterpark....

Group Fitness Instructor - Row House

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Group Fitness Instructor - Row House Xponential Fitness - 2.5 Centennial, CO Job Details Part-time Estimated: $73.9K - $93.6K a year 4 hours ago Benefits Gym membership Flexible schedule Qualifications...

Youth Sports Tennis Instructor

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Although these positions are flexible, they are year-round, and instructors will typically work 20-30 hours per week....

Pickleball Instructor

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Join our dedicated team of pickleball instructors and enrich the lives of participants through safe and enjoyable instruction!...

Swim Instructor

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 8 days ago

What our Swim Instructors are all about: Our Swim Instructors help our members improve their swimming techniques by providing quality instruction and coaching....

Variable Climbing Instructor - Wall Attendant

  • Lakewood, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 13 days ago

HIRING RANGE: $16.75 - $17.80/hour Duties include overseeing/assisting open wall climbing customers, instructing youth in the fundamentals of rock climbing, teaching proper techniques through...

Swim Instructor

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

Kids Instructor

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 18 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

Fitness Instructors

  • Aurora, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 20 days ago

support the Fitness and Wellness program for the city of Aurora including class instruction of various levels of fitness: Circuit/Interval Training Boot Camp Strength Training Responsible for own choreography...

Demographic Data for Parker, CO

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Parker, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Parker, CO 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 Parker, CO
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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