Group Exercise Instructor - Aqua/Water Aerobics

Gold's Gym Washington•Woodinville, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor—Aqua/Water Aerobics will safely lead members in a group environment through exercises in the pool designed to enhance their overall fitness, strength, and endurance. The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as an education resource for members on various aspects of fitness.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe exercise aqua/water aerobics technique and group exercise principles.
Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
Performance of a variety of exercise routines.
Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.
Certification required in the Group Exercise Instructor’s specific program(s).
Current CPR certification and basic first aid training required.

Responsibilities

Arrive at the club ahead of the scheduled start time to set up the pool area and stereo, be available to interact with members, introduce and orient new participants, and answer questions.
Prepare appropriate music for class. Refrain from using music with offensive language.
Ensure all class and audio equipment function correctly.
Introduce yourself and the format of the class.
Inquire if there are any “first-timers” in the group, and if so, briefly gauge their fitness level in as private a manner as possible.
Ensure verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music, and overall atmosphere are conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun.
Continually monitor participants to ensure all participants are using the correct form.
Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels.
Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants.
Return the stereo to its proper settings and place.
Make sure the pool area is ready for the next activity to begin.
Answer any questions/concerns.
Solicit feedback from participants about the class.
Make sure that class begins and ends promptly.
If necessary, adjust the class flow to ensure adherence to the schedule.
If the Group Exercise Instructor is teaching the last class of the day, please follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Motivator Manager for the individual facility.
If a Group Exercise Instructor cannot fulfill a scheduled class, it is his/her responsibility to find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if there is a problem finding a substitute.
Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules. Substitutions or cancellations are a rare occurrence.
Attend all required staff meetings as necessary.
Ensure that clock-in/out recording procedures are followed correctly.
Prepare any incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards his/her responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible.