Instructor Jobs in Post Falls, ID

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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Swim Coach - Central Branch

  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 5 days ago
  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 5 days ago

OUR CULTURE: At the Y, you can channel your passion into a lifelong career helping to deliver positive change. Every day, our staff - of all ages and from all walks of life - work to bridge the...

Swim Instructor I

  • Coeur d Alene, ID (14 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 8 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID (14 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 8 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities Ability to instruct with sound principles in the area of American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Ability to speak and communicate before both small and large groups of...

Swim Coach North Branch

  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 10 days ago

OUR CULTURE: At the Y, you can channel your passion into a lifelong career helping to deliver positive change. Every day, our staff – of all ages and from all walks of life – work to bridge the...

Group Exercise Instructor - Valley Branch

  • Spokane Valley, WA (11 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA (11 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 10 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor supplies group exercise instruction and support for the Health and Wellness department....

Instructor - Fitness Professional

  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 16 days ago

science-related discipline A genuine interest in working with adults (age 60+) to help them achieve their physical fitness goals Experience instructing group exercise classes in the format their certification...

Swim Instructor

  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 21 days ago
  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 21 days ago

The Swim Instructor teaches swim lessons in accordance with YMCA policies and Y-USA instructor training....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 21 days ago
  • Spokane, WA (23 miles from Post Falls, ID)
  • 21 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor supplies group exercise instruction and support for the Health and Wellness department....

Demographic Data for Post Falls, ID

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Post Falls, ID

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Post Falls, ID 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
3.5%
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 Post Falls, ID
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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