Fitness Instructor - Part Time, Year Round

Mohonk Mountain House•New Paltz, NY

13h•$0 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, year-round position for a Fitness Instructor. The role involves leading and instructing various specialty fitness classes, maintaining the classroom environment for guest safety, and ensuring equipment and facility are kept in good order. The instructor will also assist with receptionist duties, support cleaning functions, handle emergency situations, and contribute to the development of new fitness programming.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age.
Recognized group fitness and/or personal training certification.
CPR/AED certification.
Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees.
Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
Reach with hands and arms. Walks, bends, stoops, twists and carries. Lifts 50 lbs.
See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead exercise/activity sessions such as low impact aerobics, stretching/flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, and/or specialty training based on guest needs and abilities.
Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies.
Ensure that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; report accidents and prepare accident reports, as required.
Provide a safe environment to promote interaction among the guests.
Ensure that all items required for class are available for guest use and replaced in the proper storage compartments after class.
Stock and maintain props, towels and other equipment.
Assist/cover receptionist desk and perform receptionist duties during peak hours or absence of receptionist.
Assist other fitness personnel with the cleaning functions of the fitness center.
Deal calmly with emergency situations.
Aid in the development of new fitness programming and scheduling.
Work in a manner that will not endanger self or others.
Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees.
Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
Reach with hands and arms. Walks, bends, stoops, twists and carries. Lifts 50 lbs.
See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.