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SAIC

Group Exercise Instructor

Aurora, CO

$40K/yr

Instructors will inspire physical fitness for Intelligence Community Professionals at a customer ... walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneeling. * Ability to perform exercises ...

Gunnison County, Colorado

Adult Fitness Instructor

CO · On-site

$19.18 - $21.99/hr

Instructors may teach strength training, cardio, yoga, Pilates, cycling/spin, dance fitness, HIIT ... Strenuous physical activity may include running, climbing, biking balancing, stooping, crouching ...

SAIC

Group Exercise Instructor

Aurora, CO · On-site

$40K/yr

Instructors will inspire physical fitness for Intelligence Community Professionals at a customer ... walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneeling. * Ability to perform exercises ...

Impact Kids

Martial Arts Instructor

Denver, CO · On-site

$40 - $75/hr

We are a growing corporation and need an instructor who has experience working with children ... Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs. Good ...

Impact Kids

Martial Arts Instructor

Denver, CO · On-site

$37K - $49K/yr

We are a growing corporation and need an instructor who has experience working with children ... Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs. Good ...

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How much do climbing instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for climbing instructor in Colorado is $22.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.68 and $25.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a climbing instructor?

Climbing instructors are trained professionals who teach people how to climb safely, whether indoors at climbing gyms or outdoors on natural rock formations. They provide instruction on climbing techniques, equipment use, safety protocols, and belaying. Instructors often tailor their guidance to suit different skill levels, from beginners to advanced climbers. They may also hold certifications from recognized climbing organizations to ensure they meet industry safety and teaching standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a climbing instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Climbing Instructor, you need technical climbing skills, knowledge of safety protocols, and relevant certifications such as those from the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) or similar organizations. Familiarity with climbing equipment, belay devices, and safety systems is essential, along with first aid or wilderness medicine certification. Effective communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and reassure clients are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are important to ensure client safety, promote learning, and create a positive and supportive environment for climbers of all abilities.

What are some common challenges faced by climbing instructors when teaching beginners, and how can they be addressed?

One common challenge Climbing Instructors encounter is helping beginners overcome fear of heights and build confidence on the wall. Instructors often address this by introducing basic safety procedures, using gradual progression in difficulty, and fostering a supportive environment. Communication is key, as instructors must clearly explain techniques while offering encouragement and reassurance. Patience and adaptability are essential, since each climber learns at their own pace. Regularly checking equipment and maintaining safety standards is also crucial to building trust with new climbers.

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Infographic showing various Climbing Instructor job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,374 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Yoga Instructor III Sub

El Cap / Planet Granite / Earth Treks / Movement

Boulder, CO • On-site

$38/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

At Movement, our core values of growth, connection, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We're not just a climbing gym - we're a community that's dedicated to transforming lives through climbing, yoga, and fitness and sharing that vision with as many people as we can. As the country's largest network of climbing gyms, we're building an extraordinary team that's committed to growing our business, our value to our members, our future customers, and our industry.
By expanding our community, we can create rewarding career paths for our team members, continually improve the customer experience, build a sustainable business for the long term, and give back to the communities we are all a part of. We're looking for passionate, resilient, and business-minded enthusiasts who share our values and want to join us in not only leading the climbing industry but defining it!
This is a substitute Yoga Instructor position at Movement Boulder.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide world-class customer service
  • Teach high quality yoga classes with a focus in improving strength, flexibility, mobility, and stability
  • Teach a safe, educational, and professional class
  • Use succinct cueing delivered with a full range of expression
  • Incorporate breath work and encourage mindfulness
  • Accommodate different levels of fitness and abilities by offering modifications
  • Create a clean, organized, and comfortable environment for the practice of yoga
  • Building community: have strong attendance during peak-time classes and off-peak classes demonstrate consistent attendance building over time

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum 200-hour, preferred 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher from a nationally recognized organization
  • Minimum 1 year teaching experience, preferred 2+ years teaching experience
  • 1.5 years teaching experience (equivalent of 2 classes/week for 1.5 years or 150+ hours teaching)
  • Long-term availability to sub classes at Boulder
  • Regular availability to sub weekend classes
  • Have a passion for Yoga and an interest in climbing!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Pay range is commensurate with experience and starts at $38.00 per hour
Please include a cover letter with your application that answers the following questions:
  • List your general availability
  • Are you available to teach a regularly scheduled weekend class?
  • Why do you want to work at Movement, a climbing gym, instead of another yoga studio in Boulder?
  • How are your classes adaptive for climbers? Do you make your classes inclusive?

Movement is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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