Group Exercise Instructor - Ypsilanti Collaborative

Essential Functions

• Plans and prepares for all classes with the goals and abilities of the students in mind and communicates effectively with participants.
• Safeguards the safety of all participants by following best practices.
• Arrives no later than 10 minutes prior to the start of class (will receive pay for up to 20 minutes in addition to their class time).
• Ensures all program participants are registered and have completed all program forms.
• Provides exercise modifications for participant safety and success.
• Uses proper cuing and gestures to participants to motivate and facilitate improvement.
• Inspects and immediately notifies appropriate staff of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the studio.
• Sets up the facility and equipment needed and puts away all equipment upon completion of classes.
• Maintains a positive attitude and acts in a professional manner when interacting with members, participants and staff at all times.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED Certification is required or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six (6) months experience working in a related field is preferred.
• A certification in group exercise or personal training from a nationally recognized organization e.g. ACE, ACSM, NASM, AFAA, NETA, is required on the date of hire.
• Must be flexible to work with a wide variety of people.
• Multi-lingual ability is a bonus.