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Group Exercise Instructor Location: Piedmont Wellness Center Class Format: Les Mills Body Combat Summary: Join our team of full time and part-time staff at the Piedmont Wellness Center. Our facility ...

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Group Exercise Instructor Location: Piedmont Wellness Center Class Format: Les Mills Body Combat Summary: Join our team of full time and part-time staff at the Piedmont Wellness Center. Our facility ...

Gold's Gym

Les Mills Body Combat Instructor

Harrisburg, NC · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... body. However, clothing should not be revealing in an inappropriate manner. When possible, Group Exercise Instructors should wear Gold's Gym branded attire. Proper footwear should be worn at all ...

Rachas, Inc

Group Fitness Instructor

Fresno, CA

$23.26 - $29.08/hr

Body Combat Instructors Responsibilities: The Fit Pros at Chuze lead various high-intensity exercise classes and activities designed to improve our members' physical fitness and overall well-being.

Chuze Fitness

Group Fitness Instructor

Fresno, CA · On-site

$23.26 - $29.08/hr

  • Retirement

Body Combat Instructors Responsibilities: The Fit Pros at Chuze lead various high-intensity exercise classes and activities designed to improve our members' physical fitness and overall well-being.

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How much do body combat instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for body combat instructor in the United States is $25.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a body combat instructor?

Body Combat Instructors are fitness professionals certified to teach Body Combat classes, a high-energy martial arts-inspired workout program. They guide participants through choreographed routines that incorporate movements from disciplines such as karate, boxing, taekwondo, tai chi, and muay thai. These instructors are responsible for creating a safe and motivating environment, demonstrating techniques, and ensuring proper form to maximize fitness benefits and minimize risk of injury. They often work at gyms, fitness studios, or community centers and may also help participants set and reach personal fitness goals.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a body combat instructor?

To thrive as a Body Combat Instructor, you need strong physical fitness, in-depth knowledge of martial arts-inspired movements, and a recognized group fitness certification, such as those from Les Mills or ACE. Familiarity with music-mixing software, sound systems, and fitness tracking apps is commonly required. Exceptional motivational skills, energy, and clear communication enable effective class leadership and participant engagement. These skills ensure safe, dynamic, and enjoyable workouts that foster client retention and positive results.

What challenges do body combat instructors face when leading group fitness classes?

Body Combat Instructors often face the challenge of managing participants with varying fitness levels and experience in a single class. It's important to provide modifications for beginners while still motivating advanced participants to push themselves. Maintaining high energy and clear communication throughout the session is essential, as is ensuring proper form and safety for all. Additionally, instructors need to keep routines fresh and engaging to encourage consistent attendance and progress among participants.
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Infographic showing various Body Combat Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,303 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Les Mills Body Combat Instructor

Power Wellness

Fayetteville, GA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Position Title: Group Exercise Instructor
Location: Piedmont Wellness Center
Class Format: Les Mills Body Combat
Summary:
Join our team of full time and part-time staff at the Piedmont Wellness Center. Our facility is managed by Power Wellness Management, a company that specializes in managing state-of-the-art medically integrated health and fitness centers. Power Wellness is a medical fitness industry pioneer who improves the lives of clients with a unique and customized approach to medical fitness center development and management. Their turnkey method takes away the stress of the development and management process allowing clients to focus on other areas of their business.
The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for teaching group exercise classes in a professional and safe manner to the members and guests of the Fitness Center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Teach Group Exercise classes as scheduled, providing modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels.
2. Understand contraindicated exercises providing a safe and effective approach to exercise.
3. Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
4. Ensure arrival time allows for proper set up so that class begins on time, ends on time and that area is cleaned up after class.
5. Report any equipment needs, or broken equipment needing repair to supervisor immediately following class.
6. Record participation numbers after every Group Exercise class.
7. Demonstrate accountability to schedule by avoiding missed classes and seek substitute instructors in advance.
8. Provide a fun and engaging experience for the participants.
9. Work towards meeting departmental and organizational goals.
10. The ability to be flexible and accommodating as it relates to center hours and work schedules.
11. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• A group exercise instructor certification required. Preferably an NCCA accredited certification.
• Nationally recognized NCCA Personal Trainer certification accepted for conducting strength and conditioning group fitness classes that are not licensed formats requiring a specific certification (Les Mills Certification Required).
• Certification for some specialty group exercise class instruction is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in group class instruction, teaching a variety of styles, levels and population preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire (provided by Power Wellness)
• Must possess excellent inter-personal and communication skills, and the ability to work with members in a positive, service based manner.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a controlled and professional demeanor.

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