Instructor Jobs in New York

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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About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp : The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Swim Instructor at the Travers Island property located...

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp : The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Activity Leader (Sports and Creative Arts ) at...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 hours ago

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

Water Safety Instructor

  • Jefferson Valley, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Jefferson Valley, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Aquatics Personal Training, Aquatics Program Instructor (Water Safety Instructor) Job Purpose Plan, organize, and implement high quality swim lessons to ensure an outstanding Aquatics Swim...

Swim Instructor

  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Aquatics Personal Training, Aquatics Program Instructor (Water Safety Instructor) Job Purpose Plan, organize, and implement high quality swim lessons to ensure an outstanding Aquatics Swim...

Zumba Instructor

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR Category:Other Subscribe: Department:707 Athletics Program Locations:New York, NY Posted:Dec 20, 2024 Closes:Open Until Filled Type:Part-time Ref. No....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Group Exercise Instructor Employment Type Part-Time Job Category Health & Wellness Borough Staten Island Location South Shore YMCA Salary: $17.00 - $31.75 Hourly The YMCA of Greater New York is here...

Youth Soccer Coach

  • Marathon, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Marathon, NY
  • 4 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Flexible schedule Training & development 401(k) matching Company parties Free uniforms Soccer Shots is looking for a passionate part-time...

Swim Instructor PT - BPC

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

All instructors are trained in Asphalt Green’s unique curriculum and teaching methodology....

Swim Instructor

  • Corning, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Corning, NY
  • 4 days ago

Preferred current certification in YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor OR 2 years minimum documented experience of teaching swim lessons....

Pilates Barre Group Fitness Instructor

  • Garden City, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 4 days ago

Healthtrax is looking for a Certified to teach group Pilates Barre classes. Must have at least a General Group Fitness qualification and Barre Pilates certification....

Pilates Mat Group Fitness Instructor

  • Garden City, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 4 days ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Healthtrax is looking for a Certified Pilates Instructor to teach group Pilates mat classes....

Zumba Instructor

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR compensation: $25/hr Hello, Looking for certified Zumba instructors to curate outdoor Zumba sessions in Brooklyn. One day a week around 5-7pm. It will be 1 hour to start....

Pilates Instructor

  • Woodstock, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodstock, NY
  • 4 days ago

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

Group X Coach

  • Scarsdale, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY
  • 5 days ago

or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in New York

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 New York 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 New York
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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