Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor

Job description 

MAIN FUNCTION: 
The Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor (AGEI) is responsible for delivering each aquatic group exercise class participant a world-class, highly motivating, and well-organized experience. This is inclusive of delivering safe and effective formats in all class categories. The AGEI must be inspiring, outgoing, personable and could motivate members of varying ages and ability levels. Dependability is paramount as is the ability to be flexible and accommodating and to consistently offer a robust schedule of classes. 

DEPARTMENT: Aquatic Department and Group Exercise 

REPORTS TO: Aquatic Manager 

DIRECT REPORTS: Aquatic Manager 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School Diploma or GED 

HIRING REQUIREMENTS: 

• Current Aquatic Group Fitness Instructor certification NCCA accredited. 

• Certifications such as, but not limited to: Specialty class instruction certifications, BLS/AED 

• No written disciplinary action within the last 12 months 

• Pass Background Check 

• Eligible to work in the United States 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: 

• Excellent interpersonal skills needed for exemplary customer service; outgoing, friendly, and compassionate. 

• Displays the characteristics of a skilled instructor; an enthusiasm for teaching, a passion for connecting with others, and the ability to consistently deliver an elite-level performance. 

POSITION EXPECTATIONS: 
Applied 

• Demonstrates the ability to deliver a first-class member experience in all aquatic group exercise classes including, but not limited to instructor performance, studio ambiance, equipment standards and overall level of energy and engagement. 

• Contributes to the culture within the Aquatics Department that promotes a “tribe-mentality” for members and class participants; a warm, welcoming feel that motivates and inspires others to strive towards reaching their highest potential. 

• Displays an expertise in class formatting, choreography, and management. 

• Competent with providing programming for all appropriate age and ability levels. 

• Commits to excellence by maintaining current certifications, attending continuing education seminars, and reviewing industry literature. 

• Routinely contributes to maintaining a clean and sanitary studio environment; including sanitizing equipment after use, properly storing equipment, and notifying management if equipment repairs are needed. 

Administrative 

• Demonstrates competency in systems such as: class scheduling, instructor communication, member tracking software. 

• Show regular compliance with a structured shift or class substitution policy and procedure to avoid service interruption and assure a consistent and reliable program schedule. 

• Demonstrate willingness to fill substitution requests and cross-train instructing abilities to cover similar classes. 

• Assist, as assigned, in the delivery of any Club events for members and/or the community. 

Management 

• Proficient with all current facility policies and procedures and ensures all operations and practices of the department satisfy those policies and procedures. 

• Displays the ability to enforce all class rules consistently and in a courteous manner. 

General 

• Consistently meets and/or exceeds the Club/Department performance objectives and Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Annual Strategic Plan. 

• Demonstrates the desire to continually improve areas of the business by identifying an area for improvement, devising a solution, then implementing a plan 

• Routinely achieves a high-level of organizational alignment, plays a vital role in realizing a Culture of Excellence and adheres to the IWP Code of Conduct. 

• Accepts constructive criticism/direction and effectively changes own performance. 

• Passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of others and able to lead by example by living a healthy and active lifestyle. 

Disclaimer: 
The intent of this job description is to describe the general nature of the duties and responsibilities required of all job incumbents assigned to this title. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities. Therefore, incumbents may be asked to perform other duties within reason and as required.