Group Fitness Instructor

Location: Senior Center / Northside Aztlan Community Center / Foothills Activity Center

Hourly rate: $19.25 - 21.75 per hour (based on relevant experience)

About the role

Under administrative supervision of the fitness coordinator, this position instructs group fitness classes in one or more specific formats to recreation participants of various fitness levels and abilities. Must be able to perform essential duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the stated values of the City of Fort Collins and the Recreation department.

Responsibilities

• Lead and instruct safe and effective group fitness classes in a welcoming, fun, and motivating atmosphere.
• Plan and teach classes that match the title, description, and level of the specific class or classes.
• Demonstrate, supervise, and assist participants in proper technique of various exercises and routines; correct participant techniques during class to minimize injury and improve effectiveness.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and proper use of exercise equipment.
• Instruct ongoing classes on scheduled days and times each week, as agreed upon and assigned by supervisor.
• Arrive on time to class, prepared to begin class on time (clock in 5-15 minutes before class; tardy if clocking in under 5 minutes before class).
• Set up equipment for class use as required.
• Provide customer service to participants by engaging with others, greeting them, welcoming new individuals, answering questions, and creating rapport and a fun group atmosphere.
• Communicate announcements to class participants, including reminders to sign up, session updates, class changes, facility updates, or supervisor messages.
• Conduct self in a professional manner in accordance with City of Fort Collins and Recreation policies and procedures; wear a provided staff shirt when on duty and follow dress and appearance policies.
• End class on time (50-55 minutes of instruction for an hour-long class); put equipment away at end of class as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of fitness rooms, equipment, and storage closets; report areas of concern or needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Find an appropriate substitute instructor for assigned classes when needed within a reasonable time frame.
• Demonstrate teamwork and consistent communication by actively subbing for other instructors, reading weekly update emails, passing along feedback, and attending all mandatory fitness staff meetings.
• Maintain current certification(s) at instructor’s expense and stay current on trends and advancements in training or specialization.
• Maintain an understanding and knowledge of exercise science, nutrition, and wellness within the scope of certification and training.

Requirements

• Minimum age is 18.
• Current certification in area of instruction or specialization (e.g., Zumba, yoga, cycling, group fitness instructor, TRX) approved by fitness coordinator.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge of and ability to communicate exercise physiology principles as related to a well-rounded fitness program.
• Physically fit to lead class at the appropriate level.
• Ability to understand and apply department procedures and policies.
• Ability to develop routines with appropriate music and choreography.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to read instructions and communicate effectively with supervisor and the general public.
• Ability to analyze moderately complex problems and provide City resources to participants when needed.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand and walk.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs, and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.