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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PT Swim Instructor/Pepper Geddings

  • City of Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 1 day ago

Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations....

In Person Part Time

Head Cheerleading Coach

  • Beaufort County School District
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 5 days ago

Must have the ability to exercise good judgment, organize tasks, follow written and verbal directions, and communicate effectively....

In Person

Pilates Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago

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

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Pilates Instructor - Part time

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago

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

In Person Part Time

Dance Teacher, 2026-2027

  • Duncan Elementary School of the Arts
  • Duncan, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Duncan, SC
  • 13 days ago

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach dance using a variety of styles and methodologies, starting at the beginner level, including but not limited to ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, and cultural dance...

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Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF - 02

  • United States Army Installation Management Command
  • Jackson, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Jackson, SC
  • 14 days ago

A qualified candidate must possess the following: Work experience related to the duties described above and possession of the following certificates: - Water Safety Instructor Certification - Cardio-pulmonary...

In Person

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 14 days ago

Specialty Class Formats (Barre, Group Cycling, Pilates, TRX, Yoga, Zumba, etc.): Valid format-specific certifications recognized and accredited by the organizations above....

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Certified Dance/Fitness Zumba Group Exercise Instructor

  • ACAC
  • Greenville, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 19 days ago

We are seeking an enthusiastic Dance Fitness/Zumba Instructor to lead high-energy classes in our vibrant studio....

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Certified Indoor Cycle Group Exercise Instructor

  • ACAC
  • Greenville, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 19 days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Indoor Cycling Instructor to join our fitness team....

In Person

Youth Fitness Instructor

  • The Little Gym
  • Summerville, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 21 days ago

A Youth Fitness Instructor at The Little Gym of West Ashley takes the reigns and is a leader of Serious Fun during our regularly scheduled parent/child, pre-k, and grade school classes....

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • O2 Fitness
  • Charleston, SC
  • 24 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 24 days ago

O2 Fitness offers the best in fitness equipment, personal training and group exercise throughout the Carolinas....

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • St. Andrew's Parks & Playground
  • Charleston, SC
  • 27 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 27 days ago

As a Group Fitness Instructor with St....

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Group Fitness Instructor - Aquatics (Part Time)

  • City of North Myrtle Beach
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 27 days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 27 days ago

Teach a variety of one or more group fitness classes including, but not limited to aerobics, step, cycling, yoga, Pilates and kick boxing....

In Person Part Time

Assistant Varsity Cheerleading Coach

  • Beaufort County School District
  • Seabrook Island, SC
  • 27 days ago
  • Seabrook Island, SC
  • 27 days ago

Must have the ability to exercise good judgment, organize tasks, follow written and verbal directions, and communicate effectively....

In Person

Group Fitness Instructor

  • East Carolina University
  • Greenville, SC
  • 27 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 27 days ago

exercise activities in land-based and aquatic environments NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited and/or specialty (LesMills, Zumba, etc) group fitness certification or ability...

In Person

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
61.1%
Master's Degree
22.1%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

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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