Group Fitness Instructor

Role and Responsibilities

• Teach safe and effective classes for our members.
• Maintain educational standards commensurate with Active Wellness quality.
• Specific Responsibilities:
  • Teach various forms of group fitness classes for general, and active aging populations, such as Yoga, Pilates Mat, cardio and strength-based classes, Barre, core classes, Zumba.
  • Assist members in using safe and effective exercise form during their workouts.
  • Encourage members to meet their fitness goals.
  • Attend department meetings and continuing education classes to keep certifications current.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly fitness environment.
  • Pick up towels, water bottles, etc.
  • Conduct classes and activities.
  • 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.
• Other Functions:
  • Be knowledgeable about all programs and activities offered throughout the center.
  • Promote center services and activities.
  • Aid in the cleanliness and upkeep of group fitness equipment.
  • Aid in keeping the center well stocked and clean.
  • Attend Active Wellness site meetings and trainings.
  • Handle injury and illness and security incident reporting.

Qualifications

• AA Degree preferred.
• 2 years Group Exercise experience preferred.
• Cycle, Yoga and Pilates Mat experience are highly preferred.
• Customer service oriented ability to teach Group Fitness Classes.
• Current nationally recognized Group Fitness Certification or specialty class certificate, specialty class license (i.e. Zumba®, etc.).
• 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 take the responsibility for the health and safety of others.
• Ability to stand for several hours in a same shift.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Fitness club environment.
• Must follow OSHA and Active Wellness safety standards.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full Time).
• 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).