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GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Duke University
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026
Occupational Summary

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INSTRUCT FITNESS COURSES SUCH AS AEROBICS, YOGA, SPINNING, AND KICK- BOXING OFFERED TO GENERAL STUDENT POPULATION IN STUDENT ATHLETIC CENTERS DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR. THESE ARE SEPARATE FROM THE CLASSES OFFERED THROUGH THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT FOR COURSE CREDIT AND ARE SCHEDULED BASED ON INTEREST, WITH EACH CLASS LASTING 30 MINUTES TO 1 HOUR.

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Work Performed

Teach the correct fitness methods depending on the class offered. Plan classes around the skill levels of the participants. Make sure that the classroom and equipment are in working order. Notify the Center Director if maintenance is needed or if equipment needs to be ordered. Lead fitness classes in exercises and/or instruct personal training clients. Monitor the well-being of all participants. Encourage participants to continue with exercises and make healthy choices. Enforce all fitness facility policies, rules and regulations. Participate in regular in-service training sessions. Exercise regularly to maintain fitness level. Complete records and reports as needed. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

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Level Characteristics

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Minimum Qualifications

Education

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED; Group exercise certification from a credible organization or Personal training certificationfrom a credible organization or Physical Education degree

Experience

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Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED Group exercise certification from a credible organization Personal training certification from a credible organization Physical Education degree

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $22.80 to USD $36.01. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).

Salary : $23 - $36

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