Instructor Jobs in Utah

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 - Yoga Formats

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago

Group Fitness Instructors are high energy, knowledgeable champions that motivate and UPLIFT others through movement and community within a group fitness class....

Non-Certified Ski Instructor - Full-time

  • Park City, UT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Park City, UT
  • 7 hours ago

Instructors will deliver quality ski instruction to groups and individuals, providing world-class guest service in a safe and fun environment....

Fitness Instructor (Part-Time) - Waldorf Astoria Park City

  • Heber City, UT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Heber City, UT
  • 17 hours ago

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Provide, teach and facilitate individual and group exercise instruction and workouts for members and...

Assistant Swim Coach [ESP3349]

  • Ogden, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Assistant Swim Coach Calendar: Applicable to the Sport ESP Salary Schedule: Stipend* Hours: Vary Location: Ben Lomond High School General Purpose The assistant coach position is...

Ski & Snowboard Instructor

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago

Ski & Snowboard Instructor Searching for meaningful work in Utah's nonprofit sector? You're in the right place!...

Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago

Must be able to teach a specialty Fitness Course through hands-on experience and obtain a Fit Tour Group Exercise instructor certification or other group fitness certification accredited by NCCA, or...

Private Sports Coach

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 days ago

un Private Sports Coach compensation: Hourly employment type: job title: Private Sports Coach You will be responsible for teaching and mentoring, You will create a positive, safe, and fun...

Dance Fitness Instructor

  • St George, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • St George, UT
  • 19 days ago

Entrada at Snow Canyon, a premier private golf and luxury lifestyle community, is seeking a vibrant and experienced **Zumba or Dance Fit Instructor** to lead engaging, music-driven fitness classes for...

Fitness Instructor - Kid Fitness

  • Lehi, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Lehi, UT
  • 20 days ago

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - KID FITNESS CLOSING DATE: Open until filled PAY RATE: $23.84-$28.61/class (Depending on experience) SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 9:30-10:30am (To be discussed during the interview) DEPARTMENT...

Non-Certified Snowboard Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

If you are a growth minded professional instructor, come reach your full potential at Powder Mountain....

Certified Level I Snowboard Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

If you are a growth minded professional instructor, come reach your full potential at Powder Mountain....

Certified Level I Ski Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview: Join us for an incredible experience as a Powder Mountain Professional Instructor!...

Certified Level II or Level III Ski Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

If you are a growth minded professional instructor, come reach your full potential at Powder Mountain....

Non-Certified Ski Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview: Join us for an incredible experience as a Powder Mountain Professional Instructor!...

Certified Level II or Level III Snowboard Instructor

  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Eden, UT
  • 20 days ago

If you are a growth minded professional instructor, come reach your full potential at Powder Mountain....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Utah

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Utah 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 Utah
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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