Instructor Jobs in South Carolina

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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Experienced Yoga/Fitness Instructor

  • Johns Island, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Johns Island, SC
  • 2 days ago

If you're engaging and have a passion for health, fitness, and exercise, we want to meet you!...

Assistant Varsity Swim Coach, Stipend Position, 2025-2026 School Year

  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 2 days ago

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Head Coach, the assistant varsity swim coach is responsible to promote the philosophy of Southside Christian School Athletics and sport's program. This...

Group Exercise Instructor Thomas E Hannah YMCA, Willis Road YMCA

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 3 days ago

, and fun group exercise, as well as, enhancing the quality and growth of the program and retention of the participants of the YMCA of Greater Spartanburg....

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching Date Posted: 6/10/2025 Location: Muller Road Middle    Pay Grade: Athletic Supplement If you have any questions, please contact Shelby Moses...

Water Fitness Instructor - Middle Tyger YMCA

  • Duncan, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Duncan, SC
  • 5 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Professional certifications in water exercise or fitness including, but not limited to: YMCA, ACE, AFFA, ACSM, AEA, etc. or in-house training....

Kids Sports Coach

  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will have expertise in various sports and a genuine enthusiasm for engaging young students in physical activities and sportsmanship.Qualified applicants must have excellent...

Middle School PE/Dance Teacher

  • Conway, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Conway, SC
  • 7 days ago

Middle School PE/Dance Teacher JobID: 16917 Position Type: Middle School Certified/Teacher Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Black Water Middle Closing Date: 06/12/2025 Additional Information:...

Fitness Instructor

  • Clemson, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Clemson, SC
  • 8 days ago

Fitness Instructor City of Clemson $20.00 Hourly United States, South Carolina, Clemson Jun 03, 2025 Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, choreography, and...

Group Fitness Instructor - Health & Fitness Center - Florence

  • Florence, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 9 days ago

Choreography is creative, motivating, ever-changing, modifiable, multi-directional, and taught on the phrase of the music....

Swim Instructor

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!...

Childcare Daycare Sports Coach

  • Greenville, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 9 days ago

Looking for a position that is fun, exciting, and rewarding in Greenville and the surrounding areas???? At Amazing Athletes we teach children ages 18 months to 12 years old the basic fundamentals...

Ballet Instructor

  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago

Therefore, the department seeks a dynamic instructor who will teach advanced ballet technique, pointe, and variations; stage classical ballet repertoire and create new works as needed for the dance...

Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago

BARRE: LIFE BARRE: Strength & Grace Align. LIFE BARRE classes are rooted deeply in ballet with movements that stem from traditional ballet form....

Group Exercise Instructor - TRX

  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible to lead group exercise classes in a safe and effective manner....

Cooking Camp Instructor - Summer Camp

  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 days ago

Junior Cooking Camp Instructor Join the Culinary Carnival: Junior Cooking Camp Instructor Needed! Are you ready to add some flavor to your summer?...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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
3.6%
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 South Carolina
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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