Instructor Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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

  • Crunch
  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 27 days ago

Benefits: Free Gym Membership Flexible schedule Employee discounts Group Fitness Instructor| Fit Fusion Overview The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for delivering a high quality, safe and effective...

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Certified Ski Instructor

  • Vail Resorts
  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 27 days ago

For Full-Time Instructors, a 40-hour workweek is not guaranteed. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume....

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Certified Snowboard Instructor

  • Vail Resorts
  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 28 days ago

For Full-Time Instructors, a 40-hour workweek is not guaranteed. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business volume....

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Swim Instructor (part-time)

  • HealthFitness
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

HealthFitness is looking for Swim Instructors to join the Aquatics Team at our client site located in Gurnee, IL....

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Group Exercise Instructor

  • YMCA
  • Lindenhurst, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lindenhurst, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Group Exercise Instructor, you will instruct group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures...

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Multi-Specialty Group Fitness Instructors (part-time)

  • HealthFitness
  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsible for providing fun, effective, and safe Yoga, Aquatics Fitness, and/or general group exercise to members....

In Person Part Time

Pilates Instructor

  • Health Fitness Corporation
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

About the role HealthFitness is looking for a Pilates Instructor to join the fitness team at our corporate client site located in North Chicago, Illinois (40 miles north of the city)....

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Pilates Instructor

  • Trustmark Insurance
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

HealthFitness is looking for a Pilates Instructor to join the fitness team at our corporate client site located in North Chicago, Illinois (40 miles north of the city)....

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Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Gurnee Park District
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Exercise Coordinator or Fitness Operations Supervisor, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for creating and implementing the proper format for the class being taught....

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ASD Swim Instructor

  • British Swim School
  • Cudahy, WI (22 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (22 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

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WSI Swim Teacher

  • Health Fitness Corporation
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

We started in 1975 as Fitness Systems....

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Swim Instructor Special Needs Program

  • British Swim School
  • Cudahy, WI (22 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (22 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

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Dance Instructor

  • Gurnee Park District
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

A Dance Instructor instructs, explains, and demonstrates techniques and methods of dance with musical or rhythmic accompaniment to students of all ages in a variety of dance styles....

In Person Part Time

Aquatics Instructor

  • HealthFitness
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health....

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Aquatic Fitness Instructor

  • HealthFitness
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsible for providing fun, effective, and safe group exercise to members taking part in aquatic exercise classes. Min imum Requirements Aquatic Fitness Instructor certification required....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Kenosha, WI 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 Kenosha, WI
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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