Group Fitness Instructor

Description

If you are passionate about fitness and helping active agers maintain and/or exceed their health goals, we would love to hear from you!

Please note that this is not a complete job description. It is meant to provide an overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position of Fitness Instructor.

· Must pass a full criminal background check prior to start date

Job Function:

· Lead fitness classes in various disciplines for our Active Aging residents

· Educate clients on proper form, body mechanics, and anatomy to prevent injuries

· Teach the required formats as requested by the Wellness Director

· Encourage residents to maintain and/or achieve their fitness goals

· Willingness to teach classes on all areas of campus to ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents

Experience:

· Previous experience as a fitness instructor or personal trainer preferred but not required. Will train the right person!

· Knowledge of various fitness disciplines helpful

· Understanding of anatomy and body mechanics to ensure safe and effective workouts helpful

· Experience in program design and sports coaching is a plus but not required

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with residents – your personality should shine!

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED (required)
• No experience necessary. Group Fitness Certified and/or any combination of experience and education in the fitness and wellness field (preferred).  Resumes and references should reflect experience.
• CPR & First Aid Certified 
• Strong knowledge of various fitness disciplines helpful
• Understanding of anatomy and body mechanics to ensure safe and effective workouts
• Experience in program design and sports coaching is a plus but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with residents – your personality should shine!
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals of all fitness and mobility levels

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normally works in well-lit, comfortable surroundings.  Must be able to concentrate with frequent interruptions. Frequent walking; frequent bending, reaching, and stooping. The job requires individual to perform and demonstrate proper form and technique. Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty (50) lbs. independently.  They may be exposed to communicable diseases including the HIV and HBV viruses, unpleasant odors, and combative behavior.

Salary : $18 - $21