Group Exercise Instructor

About the Club

Westwood Country Club was founded in 1954 and is a member-owned, full-service, family-oriented club providing outstanding recreational, dining, and social opportunities. The 157-acre property features an elegantly appointed clubhouse, an 18-hole golf course, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a fitness center, and a swimming facility. Located on Maple Avenue near Tyson’s Corner, the new Fitness Center includes a welcoming lobby with limited retail, a large multi-functional group instruction room, a yoga room, a spin studio, and 6,000 square feet of brand-new cardio and strength equipment from Life Fitness.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class time.
• Teach scheduled classes that begin and end on time, including warm-up, exercise, stretching, and cool-down.
• Instruct class members on effective workout methods, proper techniques, muscle groups, and strength-building exercises.
• Prepare appropriate equipment and music for each class.
• Assist class members, answer questions, and maintain a positive exercise experience.
• Keep management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Ensure safety standards are met and follow department and facility policies.
• Motivate class members while demonstrating a caring attitude and providing constructive feedback.
• Know and perform required roles in emergency situations.

Requirements

• Certification from a nationally recognized body such as ACSM, NSCA, ACE, or AFAA (other certifications may be considered).
• Current CPR and AED certification through the American Red Cross.
• Health- and fitness-focused undergraduate degree in Physical Education with coursework in nutrition, exercise physiology, or kinesiology preferred.
• One year of experience as a personal trainer or Group Exercise Instructor at a commercial gym, fitness franchise, or private club.

Physical Demands

• Noise level in the exercise studio is loud during class sessions.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance, and crouch.