Group Fitness Instructor

Description

Position Purpose:

Instruct and conduct safe and effective group exercise classes, including meeting the need of a variety of fitness levels and encouraging and offering motivation in a group setting. Offer a variety of exercise modalities to enhance physical fitness levels through instruction of cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, and mind-body modalities.

In need of instructors for:

· Active older adults / Silver Sneakers

· Water Exercise [H20] Instructor

· General group fitness

· Pilates

· Barre

· Line dancing

*Specify area of interest in the screener question*

Job Specific Competencies:

· Demonstrates ability to effectively lead participants through established group exercise formats.

· Adjusts workout to accommodate a variety of fitness levels.

· Delivers Choreography correctly and follows correct format.

· Performs a well-organized class, safety, ROM, and educates participants in proper form.

· Has effective coaching skills and knowledge in exercise physiology

· Engages and connects with participants, approachable, and caters to needs of members.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Education, Experience, & Skills (Minimum Requirement):

Must have knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology and group exercise program leadership and implementation. One year experience teaching group fitness preferred.

Licensure/Certification Requirement(s):

· Certification through a national organization that offers a written examination and practical workshop/examination is preferred. Acceptable organizations for Group Fitness Certifications are: ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NETA, Fitour ,IFTA, NASM, or SCW.

· CPR/AED certification required upon hire or obtained within three (3) months of hire.