Group Exercise Instructor The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Responsibilities

• Provide state-of-the-art group exercise instruction that contributes to each member’s fitness goals.
• Instruct with sound principles in the area of fitness.
• Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners in the fitness programs.
• Provide individual and group guidelines for development in fitness programs.
• Critique and give feedback to participants regarding their work and performance level.
• Develop, implement and evaluate group exercise programs according to desired outcomes and goals.
• Maintain an open communication with the Fitness and Recreation Manager in regards to class development and scheduling.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with students of all ages, patrons, customers, staff and upper management.
• Ensure that any classroom changes or modifications are communicated to all classroom participants in an efficient manner.
• Carry out program evaluations as directed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Current certifications through ACE, ACSM, AFAA or NSCA or any unique certifications pertaining to a specialized group exercise class and/or format.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience teaching various or specific group exercise programs.
• Current First Aid, CPR and AED preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. The ability to speak Spanish desired.
• Must have physical ability to instruct appropriate classes; for specific class requirements as outlined by industry standards of certifications and or training including but not limited to, yoga, kickboxing, cycling, weight training, aquatics, etc.
• Successfully complete Safe From Harm training as established by The Salvation Army and become certified as a Safe From Harm Train the Trainer.
• Before hire, must pass a thorough background check.