Instructor Jobs in Kenmore, 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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Youth Soccer Coach

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 11 hours 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 (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 5 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 (12 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sammamish, WA (12 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 5 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 (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 10 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 (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 11 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...

Head Swim Coach

  • Woodinville, WA (5 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (5 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: Gold's Aquatics Club is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to fill the role of Full-Time Player Coach at our Woodinville location. As the primary coach on deck,...

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

  • Woodinville, WA (5 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (5 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor is responsible for providing a safe and clean environment for club members to swim and play....

Swim Instructor

  • Kirkland, WA (6 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (6 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Gold's Aquatics Club is on the lookout for energetic and passionate individuals to join our team as Swim Instructors....

Aqua Fitness Instructor - Healthy Living II

  • Bellevue, WA (9 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (9 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 20 days ago

Water Fitness Instructor or equivalent. Ability to demonstrate proper water fitness techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of fitness protocol....

Summer Activity Youth Sports Camp Instructor (Montlake Community Center)

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Instructor will be responsible for creating lessons and teaching the fundamentals of Soccer, Basketball, All Sports, and Field Games....

Summer Activity Tennis Camp Instructor (Montlake Community Center)

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Instructor will be responsible for creating lessons and teaching the fundamentals of Tennis....

Head Cheerleading Coach at Redmond High School (2025-2026) Reminder of 2024-2025 season will be prorated.

  • Redmond, WA (7 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (7 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Athletics & Activities Staff/Head Coach Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: Redmond High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Redmond High School is seeking qualified...

Strength And Conditioning Group Fitness Instructor - Healthy Living II

  • Bothell, WA (1 mile from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (1 mile from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary This is an on-site position Instructs group exercise classes for YMCA members....

Group Fitness Instructor-Elite Level

  • Bellevue, WA (9 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (9 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

6 months of experience as a Large Group Training Instructor with Life Time Current National Group Fitness Certification CPR, AED and First Aid Certified Completed required LGT trainings (5 Star and...

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor 1/2/3/4

  • Renton, WA (19 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Renton, WA (19 miles from Kenmore, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor 1/2/3/4 Job Details This listing closes on 4/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Kenmore, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Kenmore, 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 Kenmore, 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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