Fitness Instructor-Cycle
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, the Fitness Instructor prepares and plans fitness classes, leads group fitness classes at various levels and in different formats, and provides information about proper equipment use, class structure, and member wellness. The instructor helps maintain participation in the Recreation District’s fitness and wellness programs by delivering classes that are fun, safe, and innovative, and collaborates with the supervisor on new class options. The role includes communicating and enforcing facility and class policies, providing customer service, reporting concerns, arranging appropriate substitutes for absences, and helping maintain fitness equipment. The instructor also takes safety precautions and identifies or recommends needed maintenance or improvements to equipment, property, and procedures. The position may involve indoor and outdoor activities, exposure to weather, and occasional automobile travel to meetings, workshops, or recreation sites.
Requirements
- Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
- Have and maintain a group fitness/exercise certification through Schwinn®, NETA, ISSA, Spinning®, or a similar certification from a nationally accredited organization.
- Be certified to teach the specific formats assigned.
Nice To Haves
- Possess, or become certified in, Group Fitness through ACE, AFAA, ISSA, NASM, or a similar group exercise certification from a nationally accredited organization.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and plan fitness classes.
- Instruct and lead group fitness classes under the direction and guidance of the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor.
- Conduct fun, safe, and innovative classes to maintain interest and participation in Recreation District fitness and wellness programs.
- Maintain applicable education and renew certifications before they expire.
- Encourage member recruitment and participation by informing prospective and current members about classes and upcoming events.
- Work with the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor to introduce new class options.
- Respect customers’ diversity and abilities.
- Use practical, current knowledge and skills to guide and teach participants in fitness settings.
- Communicate and enforce facility and class policies and procedures, and communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, staff, participants, parents, volunteers, and community members.
- Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and resolve problems with participants and/or parents.
- Maintain composure when working with angry or upset customers.
- Report issues and concerns to the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor or Fitness Specialist.
- Find a dependable, appropriate substitute for classes when absent.
- Help maintain fitness equipment, including stereo and microphone equipment.
- Identify or recommend maintenance, improvements, or repairs to facility equipment, property, and operational procedures.
- Take safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act to help prevent accidents.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
