Group Fitness Instructor

Role and Responsibilities

• Teach safe and effective classes for our members and maintain educational standards commensurate with Active Wellness quality.
• Teach various forms of group fitness classes for general and active aging populations, as well as for those with limited fitness experience.
• Assist members in using safe and effective exercise form during their workouts.
• Support, teach, and encourage members to meet their fitness goals.
• Attend department meetings, complete mandated safety trainings, and continuing education classes to keep certifications current.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly fitness environment.
• Conduct classes and activities in a professional, supportive manner.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, squatting, and lifting.
• Take the responsibility for the health and safety of others.
• Administer emergency care to members and guests in need of assistance.
• Work as a TEAM with all other departments.
• Handle injury and illness and security incident reporting.

Qualifications

• AA Degree preferred
• 2 years Group Exercise experience preferred
• Strength training formats are preferred
• Customer service oriented ability to teach Group Fitness Classes
• Current nationally recognized Group Fitness Certification or specialty class certificate, specialty class license
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and highly responsive with a commitment to customer service
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills, customer service skills, results oriented, ability to multitask, and commitment to the fitness industry
• AED/CPR/First Aid Certified
• Proof of citizenship or legal status

Physical and Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for several hours in a same shift
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Fitness club environment
• Follow OSHA and Active Wellness safety standards

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full Time)
• Health Flexible Spending Account (Full Time)
• Paid Time Off (Full Time)
• Parking & Transit Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) (Eligible after 1 year of service + 1000 work hours)
• Legal Support Plan
• Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Support Service
• Complimentary Club Membership and Discounts on Active Products (where applicable)