What are the responsibilities and job description for the GFI Cycle Lead position at WOODSIDE KC?
Under the guidance of the Director of Group Fitness, and the direction of the Group Fitness Manager, the GFI Cycle Lead (“Lead”) is responsible for ensuring the GFI Cycle Team follows all Woodside protocols related to the cycle program offering. The Lead must be passionate, motivated and a positive and professional team player who emphasizes member service, cycle program utilization and overall club promotion. The Lead must work to assess and coach Cycle Instructors in their respective disciplines (e.g. Cycle // The Beat, Cycle // The Road) based on the Woodside Group Fitness department standards.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Completes STAGES Cycle Accreditation through the STAGES Organization
- Ensures the GFI adheres to the published class description and provides progressive and regressive movement options within class programming to ensure safe and effective exertion levels for all class participants
- Ensures the GFI prepares for class in advance, including appropriate movement selection and full memorization of routines
- Ensures the GFI selects appropriate music that aligns with the class format and enhances the overall class experience
- Ensures the GFI incorporates the correct visual content and lighting settings aligned with each designated class format
- Assists the Director and/or Manager with cycle workshops, trainings and related program initiatives
- Conducts a full bike inspection at least once per month and reports all maintenance needs promptly in Limble
- Understands how all A/V equipment (headsets, cables, speakers, controls, etc.) works in the Cycle Studio with an ability to troubleshoot and solve issues
- Abides by all Woodside and Group Fitness Department rules, policies and procedures and attends GFI Forum meetings and member events as scheduled
- Implements emergency response efforts and/or CPR/first aid, if necessary
Member Relations
- Works with the Group Fitness Manager to assist new members into group fitness classes/programs
- Promotes member relations as part of daily routine, including walking the Club, talking with class participants prior to and after classes, taking classes, spontaneous interactions, etc.
- Maintains a working knowledge of all group fitness offerings – able to communicate and assist in bringing awareness of all marketing/promotional activities & events to the GFI Cycle Team
- Works to support the Community department leading up to and during department-related events as guided by the Director of Group Fitness and/or the Group Fitness Manager
- Ensures that all members and guests receive courteous, prompt and professional attention to all their group fitness needs/questions/concerns
Administrative
- Complies with the Club’s employee handbook manual, departmental policies and procedures and with all applicable federal and state employment laws
- Completes all other duties as directed/assigned
Job Standards
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
Education/Experience:
- Completes STAGES Cycle Accreditation through the STAGES Organization
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- Associate’s degree emphasis, related field to health or fitness field, e.g., Exercise Science,
Kinesiology or Physical Education
- Minimum of 2-5 years’ teaching experience in group fitness environment
Skills:
- Fitness-oriented
- Excellent communication skills, both interpersonal and written
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Motivated, able to remain calm under pressure and be assertive when necessary
- Computer literate – proficient in MS Office, experience with CMS is a plus
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to reason and solve problems without precedent
- Confidentiality
Knowledge:
- Strong English grammar and writing
- Fitness organization operational knowledge
Licenses:
- CPR/AED certification
- Driver’s License – and reliable transportation to/from work and on occasion miscellaneous work-related trips of short duration
Special Requirements:
- Regular and predictable attendance is required
- Ability to actively participate in group exercise classes
- Ability to move 20 pounds on a regular basis
- Visual acuity for computer work
- Ability to type on keyboard up to 20% of time
- Ability to communicate verbally
Working Conditions:
Safety Hazards:
- Ability to move about the property and community in variety of weather
- General issues related to fitness equipment
Note: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment. Equal Opportunity Employer.