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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 ...

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Les Mills Body Combat Instructor

Harrisburg, NC · On-site

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Group Exercise Instructor Overview The Group Exercise Instructor will lead members, in a group environment, through a prearranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength and ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for combat instructor in the United States is $19.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a combat instructor do?

A Combat Instructor is responsible for training military, law enforcement, or security personnel in hand-to-hand combat, firearms proficiency, tactical strategies, and survival techniques. They develop training programs, conduct drills, and ensure that trainees are prepared for real-world combat scenarios. Their role requires extensive experience in combat techniques, physical fitness, and the ability to assess and improve the skills of trainees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a combat instructor?

To thrive as a Combat Instructor, you need extensive knowledge of combat techniques, tactical training methods, and relevant operational procedures, often supported by military or law enforcement experience and formal instructor certification. Familiarity with training simulators, firearms, safety equipment, and learning management systems is typically necessary. Outstanding leadership, adaptability, and effective communication are key soft skills that enhance instructional effectiveness and group cohesion. These qualities are critical for maintaining safety, ensuring high training standards, and preparing trainees for real-world scenarios.

How do you become a combat instructor?

To become a combat instructor, candidates typically need prior military or law enforcement experience, relevant combat training, and certifications such as tactical or firearms instructor credentials. They must demonstrate strong leadership, physical fitness, and knowledge of combat tactics, often undergoing specialized instructor training programs. Continuous skill development and adherence to safety standards are essential for this role.

How long is combat instructor school?

Combat instructor training programs typically last between several weeks to a few months, depending on the specific branch or organization. The curriculum includes physical conditioning, tactical skills, and instructional techniques, often culminating in certification or qualification exams.
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Infographic showing various Combat Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,021 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Les Mills Body Combat Instructor

powerwell

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

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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