Instructor Jobs in Indiana

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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Pilates Instructor

  • Fishers, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 4 hours ago

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

Swim Instructor IN-Fishers-46037 07-25-25

  • Fishers, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 2 days ago

Swim Instructor Goldfish Swim School - Fishers Swim Instructor PART TIME GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL - FISHERS Saving and changing lives, every single day....

Swim Instructor IN-Greenwood-46142 07-25-25

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 2 days ago

Swim Instructor Goldfish Swim School - Greenwood Swim Instructor PART TIME GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL - GREENWOOD Saving and changing lives, every single day....

Group Exercise Instructor-Parkview Family YMCA

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

Ability to demonstrate efficiency in group exercise instruction. Must be able to interact with members and guests; excellent human relations skills....

Pilates Instructor

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

As our new Pilates Group Exercise Specialist you will: Be enthusiastic about group exercise classes and enjoy creating and delivering new, fresh and innovative routines Be confident in your professionalism...

Co-Ed Assistant Swim Coach-Kankakee Valley High School

  • Wheatfield, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Wheatfield, IN
  • 7 days ago

Kankakee Valley High School is accepting applications for a co-ed assistant swim coach. All questions should be directed to Mr. Joe Wagner, Athletic Director, .... If interested in this position,...

Head Aquatics Instructor -The Salvation Army Kroc Center

  • South Bend, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 7 days ago

Develop and implement a Lifeguard Instructor program and assist in training and instruction of recommended Kroc Center aquatic staff for Instructor-level Certifications....

Girls Flag Football Coach

  • Waterloo, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Waterloo, IN
  • 8 days ago

Girls Flag Football Coach DeKalb Co Central United School District DeKalb High School - Waterloo, Indiana This job is also posted in DeKalb County Central United School District Job Details Job ID:5264028...

Student Non Certified Group Exercise Instructor

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 11 days ago

For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link: Notice of Vacancy NumberST2500024 Job TitleStudent Non Certified Group Exercise Instructor Job CategoryRegular Student Job Job TypeRegular Student...

Swim Instructor

  • Carmel, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 13 days ago

per hour Purpose of Position: The part-time Program Instructor - Swim Instructor purpose is to create and facilitate American Red Cross group and private swim lesson classes for all ages and abilities...

Ice Sports Coach - PSM Icehouse

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 13 days ago

ICE SPORTS COACH - PSM Icehouse Sports Facilities Management, LLC LOCATION: Fort Wayne, IN DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS REPORTS TO: OPERATIONS DIRECTOR STATUS: PART-TIME (NON-EXEMPT) ABOUT THE COMPANY:...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 15 days ago

Position Requirements Responsibilities: Instruct a variety of group exercise classes. Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises. Maintain all mandatory education certifications....

Swim Coach

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 16 days ago

As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and...

Group Exercise Instructor-Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA

  • Bluffton, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Bluffton, IN
  • 19 days ago

Ability to demonstrate efficiency in group exercise instruction. Must be able to interact with members and guests; excellent human relations skills....

Pilates Instructor

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 20 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 20 days ago

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

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Indiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Indiana 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
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Indiana
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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