Instructor Jobs in Ijamsville, MD

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

  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Follow all instructor sign-in/sign-out procedures. Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards....

Aquatics Clippers Swim Coach

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Columbia Association Aquatics Department is looking for candidates who are able to be available for all scheduled practices and meets for our year-round swim team program. Applicants will be...

Group Fitness Instructor -Supreme Sports Club

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for instructors to teach the following classes: Aqua, Aqua Cycle, Barre, Cardio, Cycle, Dance, Kickboxing, Les Mills, Mat Pilates, Strength Training, Arthritis Classes (land & aqua) and...

Group Fitness Instructor - Athletic Club

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for instructors to teach the following classes: Aqua, Aqua Cycle, Barre, Cardio, Cycle, Dance, Kickboxing, Les Mills, Mat Pilates, Strength Training, Arthritis Classes (land & aqua) and...

Aerobics - Group Fitness Instructor

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for instructors to teach the following classes: Aqua, Aqua Cycle, Barre, Cardio, Cycle, Dance, Kickboxing, Les Mills, Mat Pilates, Strength Training, Arthritis Classes (land & aqua) and...

Martial Arts Instructor

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

MARTIAL ARTS - MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR Columbia Association (CA) is looking for part-time enthusiastic Martial Arts instructors to join our team!...

Aquatics Instructor

  • Potomac, MD (21 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (21 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking an Aquatics Instructor....

Reformer Pilates Instructor (Mornings)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 6 days ago

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

Junior Swim Coach - Westminster (Hill)

  • Westminster, MD (22 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (22 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Head Coach or other assigned associate, Junior Swim Coach is responsible to assist competitive swim team including during practice, teaching (in...

Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Expert personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and spa therapists offer the latest in well-balanced health. Apply today and join our team!...

Group Fitness Instructor: Strength, Barre, Step, Dance

  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Expert personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and spa therapists offer the latest in well-balanced health. Apply today and join our team!...

Zumba Instructor

  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Expert personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and spa therapists offer the latest in well-balanced health. Apply today and join our team!...

Swim Instructor/Aquatics Lead

  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 23 days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 26 days ago

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parents Survival Nights...

Part Time Youth Soccer Coach

  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 28 days ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development SOCCER SHOTS BALTIMORE-WASHINGTON PART-TIME COACH (4-20 HRS PER WEEK) - Paid training will start immediately after...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Ijamsville, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Ijamsville, MD 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 Ijamsville, MD
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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