Group X Instructor - GOLD'S GYM - College Station

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate members in a group environment through a pre-arranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance.
• Serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.
• Deliver group fitness classes based on industry standards and approved formats, beginning and ending promptly.
• Instruct participants on effective workout methods, explain proper techniques, demonstrate exercises, identify different muscle groups, and teach appropriate methods and modifications.
• Provide verbal instructions that are clear and ensure the volume, tempo of music, and overall atmosphere are motivational and conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun.
• Coach and motivate class participants to achieve fitness goals and monitor for signs of injury, illness, or overexertion.
• Interact with participants, answer questions, introduce/orient new participants, generate and maintain a positive exercise experience, and solicit feedback to maintain long-term participation and member retention.
• Maintain correct form for all participants and offer modifications and variations of activities to accommodate all fitness levels.
• Represent and promote Gold's Gym group exercise in a professional manner and adhere to appropriate fitness attire.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly and microphones are in working order.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the GGX room by ensuring equipment is put away and sound system is turned off when not in use.
• Promptly notify management of any equipment or facility repair needs.
• Prepare incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
• Accurately and consistently record hours worked and class attendance information submitted to the GGX Manager in a timely manner.
• Attend all required staff meetings and be willing to attend training to maintain teaching skills or improve/expand current skill level.
• Uphold the company's vision, mission, values, and code of conduct and comply with all Gold's Gym policies and procedures.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Certification in Group Fitness Instruction from a recognized organization such as ACE, NASM, or ACSM. CPR/AED certification. Previous experience leading group fitness classes preferred.