Instructor Jobs in Algona, WA

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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Fitness Instructor, Wellness, Spa & Fitness

  • Bonney Lake, WA (10 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (10 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Fitness Instructor develops fitness classes for different fitness levels, provides training for safe use of exercise equipment, and assists members during class workouts to promote...

Program Coordinator/Adaptive Swim Instructor

  • Mercer Island, WA (17 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mercer Island, WA (17 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Located in the greater Seattle area, Nurturing Water Therapies is the leader in innovative and individualized therapeutic exercise and water safety skills for...

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Pilates Reformer Instructor - Healthy Living III

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 2 days ago

qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services Some benefits only available to full-time staff Hiring Range: $20.76/hour - $26.40/hour DOE Instructors...

Swim Instructor - Aquatics I

  • Seatac, WA (9 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (9 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Each year our Y's teach thousands of people to swim and enjoy the water as a form of play and life-long exercise....

Youth Soccer Coach

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Youth Soccer Coach On-siteSuper Soccer Stars CoachingPart time Seattle, Washington, United States Description Are you... Passionate / Professional / Creative / Energetic and love working with...

Group Training Coach

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 8 days ago

FULL-TIME Part-time LOCATION 507 NE Northgate Way Seattle WA 98125 Benefits Summary 24 Hour Fitness offers benefit programs designed to meet the diverse needs of all team members, including health...

Swim Coach (Seasonal)

  • Sammamish, WA (24 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sammamish, WA (24 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 8 days ago

As an assistant Swim Coach for The Plateau Club Penguins, you will play an integral role in supporting the Head Coach and Assistant Head Coach in creating a supportive team environment for to all...

Now Hiring Group Fitness Instructors for Power or Core Conditioning Classes!

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 13 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....

Ballet Instructor (Bitter Lake Community Center)

  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 14 days ago

Schedule: Creative dance (3-4 yrs old), pre-ballet (5-6 yrs old), and ballet 1 (6-8 yrs old) on Saturdays running from 11am - 3pm (4 hour-long class sessions) Start Date: ASAP Ballet Instructor duties...

Step Aerobics Instructor - Healthy Living II

  • Sammamish, WA (24 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sammamish, WA (24 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 15 days ago

YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles, Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or previous YMCA or outside certification. Listen First Level I and II training....

Group X Coach

  • Kent, WA (4 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Kent, WA (4 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 21 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....

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - Aquatics Hiring Fair 2025

  • Kent, WA (4 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Kent, WA (4 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 21 days ago

Each year our Y's teach thousands of people to swim and enjoy the water as a form of play and life-long exercise....

Group Fitness Instructor - Temporary

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 22 days ago

fitness classes Instruct scheduled classes, beginning, and ending on time; provide adequate warm-up, exercise, stretching and cool down Teach correct exercise methods, provide explanation through demonstration...

Aqua Fitness Instructor - Healthy Living II

  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Job Summary This is an on-site position Instructs water exercise classes and provides motivation for class participants. Acts as a liaison and champion for YMCA Total Health....

Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF-02

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (22 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (22 miles from Algona, WA)
  • 28 days ago

Work experience related to the duties described above AND possession of the following certificates: Water Safety Instructor Certification Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) First Aid Certification...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Algona, WA

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Algona, WA 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 Algona, WA
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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