Fitness Instructor

Position Announcement

At Utah Valley University, Group Fitness Instructors play a key role in creating a welcoming and motivating environment where participants of all levels can pursue their health and wellness goals. Instructors lead dynamic classes across a variety of fitness formats—such as strength, cardio, dance, yoga, and mind-body practices—while ensuring proper technique, progression, and safety.

This position is an opportunity to inspire and engage the UVU community through fitness while developing your own leadership and teaching skills. As part of the Student Life & Wellness Center team, you’ll connect with diverse participants, foster a supportive atmosphere, and help individuals challenge themselves, build confidence, and have fun through movement.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, welcoming, and educational group fitness classes.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members, helps others connect with one another, and with the UVU community.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate equipment, storage areas, music, and handouts for each class.
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
  
  

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Certified fitness instructor certification (AFAA, NETA, ACE, Fitour, etc.) or a specialized fitness certification (Zumba, Les Mills, Yoga, Barre, etc.).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications or within one semester of hire date.
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles.
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm.
• Knowledge of programs and services in the Student Life and Wellness Center.
• Knowledge of methods for promoting and increasing fitness in patrons.
  
  

Skills

• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
  
  

Abilities

• Ability to multitask and independently time manage.
• Ability to teach the specified fitness class and cater to individual and group needs.
• Ability to facilitate a positive fitness environment.
• Ability to motivate class participants.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.