Instructor Jobs in Freehold, NJ

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

  • Red Bank, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Training & development Job Summary The Atlantic Club Red Bank is currently seeking group fitness instructors to join our growing team!...

Middle School Cheerleading Coach

  • South Amboy, NJ (16 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Amboy, NJ (16 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Middle School Cheerleading Coach JobID: 274 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 7/23/2025 Location: South Amboy Middle/High School Additional Information: Show/Hide The South...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Keywords: Fitness Instructor, Group Exercise, Group Fitness, Yoga, Spin, Cycle, ZUMBA, Pilates, Dance...

Fall Sports Instructor

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

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

Fitness Instructor/Trainer

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF)....

Pre-K and Adaptive Dance Teacher

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

PRE-K AND ADAPTIVE DANCE TEACHER Seeking a Dance teacher for pre-k and adaptive dance. The ideal candidate would have a background in pre-k and adaptive dance pedagogy for special education...

Anticipated Pre-K Dance Teacher - CRS

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Pre-K Dance Teacher 2025 - 2026 School Year Conerly Road School Seeking a Dance teacher for pre-k dance. The ideal candidate would have a background in pre-k dance pedagogy. QUALIFICATIONS...

Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 21 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....

Water Fitness Instructors

  • Neptune, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Preferred certificates in either Glide Fit or Cardio Wave, Aquatic Zumba or USA Water Fitness....

Swim Instructor

  • North Brunswick, NJ (17 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (17 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

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

Boxing Instructor

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

We're looking for an energetic and experienced Boxing & Muay Thai Instructor to lead group training sessions and provide private coaching for all experience levels from beginners to fighters....

Spin Instructor

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, and experienced Group Exercise Instructor to join our team....

Paid Group Fitness Instructor/ Paid Hands-On Apprenticeship

  • West Long Branch, NJ (15 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Long Branch, NJ (15 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Trainer at Eze Fit West Long Branch! Are your ready to turn your passion for fitness into a career? At Eze Fit, we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to embark on a rewarding...

Intercollegiate Sports Coach Mercer County Community College

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and...

Children's Gymnastics Instructor

  • West Windsor, NJ (17 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Windsor, NJ (17 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

building skills Exceptional communication skills Ability to be creative, imaginative and comfortable being engaged with the children in class Background in fitness (gymnastics, sports, dance, cheer, exercise...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Freehold, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Freehold, NJ 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 Freehold, NJ
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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