Fitness Class Instructor

The Group/Spin Class Exercise Instructor provides group fitness instruction, monitors, educates members on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Organize and lead group exercise sessions

·        Provide individualized instruction while leading the entire group fitness class

·        Teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate warm-up,

·        exercises, stretching, and cool down

·        Instruct class participants on effective workout methods; explain proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles

·        Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class

·        Attempt to know each exercise participant’s name and their individual fitness goals

·        Develop relationships with members and encourage each participant to achieve his or her personal fitness goals

·        Ensure that personal or mechanical problems don’t detract from the member’s positive group fitness experience

·        Monitor and record class attendance

·        Arrive early and stay after class to assist, answer questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants

·        Circulate around the exercise area while instructing

·        Assist in promoting other health and fitness related programs each class

·        Advise management of specific exercise areas requiring attention

·        Complete class checklist for area cleanliness

·        Attend all scheduled meetings and training workshops

·        Keeps management informed of member and facility needs

·        Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to at all times

·        Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles

·        Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching group exercise experience preferred

• High School or GED Diploma

• Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent and maintain certification standards preferred

• Must be dependable and punctual

• Strong leadership qualities.

• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational with large groups

• Professional manner and appearance.

• Good verbal and interpersonal skills

• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs

• Have normal hearing with or without device.
  
  

Compensation details: 50-50 Hourly Wage