Instructor Jobs in Whitewater, 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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CrossFit Coach - Bark River CrossFit

  • Hendricks Group
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

and a state-of-the-art facility, beFitness is revolutionizing the fitness industry with our dedication to long term success through personal coaching, individual commitment and producing real world...

In Person

Sports/Program Instructor Tennis (Seasonal)

  • City of Janesville Wisconsin
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

OBJECTIVE: Under general direction of the Recreation Programmer, the Sports/Program Instructor - Tennis is accountable for the safe and enjoyable participation of all Tennis Lesson participants....

In Person Temporary

Swim Instructor

  • British Swim School
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Weekend Swim Instructor

  • British Swim School
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

We are looking for RELIABLE weekend instructors for our Delafield pool!...

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Group Exercise Instructor - 45 Minute Class (7am-12pm) - Mukwonago - GRP EX 1

  • YMCA of Greater Waukesha County
  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Under the direction of the Fitness Director, and in accordance with Association policies, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for completing all required training and in-services as required...

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Swim Instructor Seasonal

  • City of Janesville Wisconsin
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Must be 16 years of age or older. (15 if an Assistant Instructor) Prior experience teaching lessons and Lifeguard and WSI certification preferred....

In Person Temporary

Swim Instructor - Mukwonago

  • YMCA of Greater Waukesha County
  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

The Swim Instructor should also act as a liaison and champion for the YMCAs core values....

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Aqua Fitness Instructor - Seasonal

  • City of Janesville Wisconsin
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

OBJECTIVE: Under general supervision and guidance of the Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor and guidance from the Recreation Programmer, the Aqua Fitness Instructor leads instruction of Aqua Zumba classes...

In Person Temporary

Weekday Morning Swim Instructor

  • British Swim School
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

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

In Person Part Time

Sunday Swim Instructor

  • United States Swim School Association
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Delafield, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Join British Swim School as a Sunday Morning Swim Instructor! No experience? No problemwe provide all training....

In Person Part Time

Swim Instructors (part-time & substitute)

  • Trustmark Insurance
  • Burlington, WI (24 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Burlington, WI (24 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

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

In Person Part Time

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Whitewater, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Whitewater, 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 Whitewater, 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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