Instructor Jobs in Georgia

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

  • Buford, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 2 hours ago

The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness....

Zumba Instructor

  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 hours ago

Zumba Instructor Here We GROW Again! Are you a potential Zumba Instructor and ready to leave average in the past? Be a part of one of the greatest growth stories ever told in the fitness industry....

HIIT Instructor

  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 hours ago

Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules....

Kids instructor

  • Norcross, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 15 hours ago

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

Swim Instructor - Summer/Fall

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 1 day 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....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 1 day ago

BARRE: LIFE BARRE: Strength & Grace Align. LIFE BARRE classes are rooted deeply in ballet with movements that stem from traditional ballet form....

TEMP-Fitness (Swim Instructor-Part-Time)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary At Georgia Tech Swimming, we are seeking a passionate Swim Instructor to lead our swimming programs and provide personalized lessons to children of all ages and skill levels....

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

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

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Swim Instructor

  • GA
  • 4 days ago
  • GA
  • 4 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....

Specialty Sports Instructor - Triathlon Trainer

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 7 days ago

The Sports Specialty instructor demonstrates and explains the skills and rules of sports to individuals or groups....

Pilates Instructor

  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 7 days ago

Position Summary Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

Group Exercise Instructor I

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired....

Fitness Instructor

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 10 days ago

Supports the Fitness Director in coordinating all events of the fitness and recreational programs, including initiating and implementing individual and group exercise programs and recreational programs...

Fitness Instructor - Student

  • Milledgeville, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Milledgeville, GA
  • 10 days ago

Sub for other instructors when needed....

Group Exercise Instructor I - Yoga

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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