Instructor Jobs in Westlake, TX

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

  • Denton, TX (14 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Denton, TX (14 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Current Group Exercise Certification from AFAA, ACE, or other specialty certification upon approval from assistant director....

Any Core subject Teacher/Asst. Football and 2nd sport Coach

  • Lewisville, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Any Core subject Teacher/Asst. Football and 2nd sport Coach JobID: 9131 Position Type: Athletics/High School Teacher/Coach Date Posted: 4/22/2025 Location: LHS KILLOUGH - 009 Date Available:...

Social Studies/Football and 2nd Sport Coach - 25-26 School Year

  • Argyle, TX (7 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Argyle, TX (7 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Social Studies/Football and 2nd Sport Coach - 25-26 School Year JobID: 549 Position Type: High School/Social Studies Date Posted: 4/30/2025 Location: Argyle High School Additional Information:...

Year-Round Swim Instructor

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day 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....

Kids Instructor

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Addison, TX (22 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Addison, TX (22 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Part-Time Swim Instructor

  • Benbrook, TX (23 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Benbrook, TX (23 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 5 days ago

What to Expect: Become proficient in your swim instructor role through thoughtful hands-on training alongside a mentor trainer on our proven learn-to-swim methods....

Group X Coach

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 7 days ago

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

Swim Instructor- NBPT

  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Swim Instructor- NBPT Req #408 1334 E Rosemeade Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75007, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM JOB TITLE: Swim Instructor DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Parks and...

Swim Instructor - Part-Time

  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Swim Instructor - Part Time Date Posted: 9/30/2024 Location: TBD Location   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Part-Time Swim Instructor Wage/Hour Status:...

Teacher - Head Swim Coach & Natatorium Instructor (2025-2026)

  • Keller, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Keller, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 11 days ago

SUMMARY: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional,...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 11 days ago

: 3+ years instruction experience if offering Yoga privates/classes (200 hours or more) For Pilates or Barre Instructor: 3+ years instruction experience WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE AS A COLLEAGUE Competitive...

Adjunct Instructor: Dance

  • Denton, TX (14 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Denton, TX (14 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 13 days ago

World Dance, Social Club Dance, Musical Theatre Dance, African Dance, Choreography courses, and Laban Studies Minimum Qualifications M.A. or M.F.A. in Dance....

Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • Colleyville, TX (9 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Colleyville, TX (9 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 15 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....

Group X Coach

  • Lewisville, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 16 days ago

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Westlake, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Westlake, TX 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 Westlake, TX
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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