Fitness Instructor I PTS
About The Position
The Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC) opened on the Cal Poly Pomona campus in late September 2014. The Fitness team within ASI Campus Recreation strives to bring a wide range of program offerings within the BRIC. From hosting over 40 free group fitness classes per week to our personal training services provided by our nationally certified staff, Fitness offers something for everyone in our campus community. Our consultation services provide an entry point for those beginning their fitness journey and our specialized workshops provide deeper knowledge at a competitive industry price. Through our programs, partnerships, and services to the campus community, Fitness brings an entry way for our Broncos to create lasting habits of health and wellness that will bolster their experiences within CPP and beyond. Under minimal supervision from the Fitness Manager, the Fitness Instructor I is responsible for leading group fitness classes and promoting the fitness program at the Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC). The Fitness Instructor I is responsible for offering safe, effective, and fun exercise formats in a group setting and performs skilled tasks requiring advanced certification, specialized knowledge, prior relevant experience, and considerable independent judgment and decision-making.
Requirements
- Current American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
- Ability to teach one or more formats including but not limited to Strength/Tone, Spinning™, Yoga, Pilates, Kickboxing, Aerobic/Dance or specialized instruction including varying dance formats, martial arts, or other recreational activities
- Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student population and campus community
- Minimum of 3 months teaching experience (internships and co-teaching experience considered)
- Minimum of 1 of the following certifications or specialty trainings: Hold a current Group Fitness Instructor certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as the AFAA, ACE ACSM or comparable Hold a current specialty training or workshop certification from nationally recognized organizations such as Spinning®, Zumba®, Beachbody LIVE, TRX, Yoga Alliance, or comparable
- Instructional experience and/or specialized training in non-group fitness formats such as dance, martial arts, or other recreational activity will be considered in lieu of a nationally recognized fitness certification
- Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
Responsibilities
- Lead virtual and in person (at the BRIC) structured group activities and/or fitness classes appropriate for varying levels of physical fitness and experience
- Arrive on time to scheduled class or clinic; ensure that classes begin and end on time
- Clean and organize studio (including equipment used) after each group fitness class
- Ensure proper check-in of participants for instructional clinics and fee-based programs
- Enforce fitness studio and BRIC policies
- Report accurate class participation numbers, as directed
- Assist with special events as assigned
- Maintain current knowledge of other ASI and Campus Recreation programs and services
- Maintain open communication with the Fitness Manager
- Attend trainings, meetings, and workshops as required
- Maintain relevant certifications including CPR/AED and First Aid, and specialized certifications if applicable
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Student employment opportunities
- Opportunities for student engagement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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