District Group Exercise Manager

Defined Fitness Inc•Rio Rancho, NM

18h

About The Position

The District Group Exercise Manager is responsible for overseeing the Group X Department and all programming associated with it. You will manage and develop Group X activities in a cost effective manner and ensure the group exercise classes offered at each Club will significantly contribute to member’s health and fitness goals; also their renewal as Defined Fitness members. This position serves on the management team and assists and advises the company regarding all Group X issues and objectives.

Requirements

Highly organized, creative, energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
Appearance of excellent physical condition and professional manner
A bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or equivalent experience, preferred
A minimum of one current National Certification (ACE, AFAA, ASCM, AEA, NSCA, etc.)
Three (3) or more years of group exercise program leadership experience, preferred
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience instructing various group exercise formats and leadership experience
PC literate, including Microsoft Office and various other products
Expert knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, preferred
Must be able to provide excellent internal and external customer service
Must have a valid CPR/AED certification, including infant and child, within the first 45 days of employment and maintain valid certification throughout employment
Must have a valid New Mexico driver’s license (with acceptable driving record) and own means of transportation (registered and insured)
Must be able to sit for extended periods
Must be able to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds
Must be able to perform the following tasks: run, jump, walk, squat, bend, stoop, stand, listen, read and write

Nice To Haves

A valid Les Mills certification in Body Pump, Body Combat and CX WORX is preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Mentor, coach and develop leaders and team members
Pursue the highest participation levels in all group exercise classes
Provide strategic direction, structure and oversight to Group X Managers
Personally provide expert-level instruction of group exercise classes, when necessary
Ensure continuous performance management and timely administration of performance evaluations
Review and approve commission schedule and motivational incentive plans
Manage monthly and annual budget by department
Monitor the cleanliness, safety and maintenance of group exercise class equipment
Contribute to assessment and decision making process for new equipment acquisition and studio design
Ability to motivate and lead a diverse, high energy team member group to meet the highest possible professional standards
Create an amazing experience for each Group X participant