Group Exercise Instructor - Fitness Center

Buffalo Grove Park District•Buffalo Grove, IL
•$27•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitness Center at the Buffalo Grove Park District is looking for energetic and talented Group Exercise Instructors to lead a variety of Group Exercise classes. This person should be able to maintain a positive working attitude with other instructors, staff and members. We are especially seeking instructors with experience in: Aqua Fitness, Barre, Senior Fitness / Active Aging Classes, and Cycle. Other formats are also welcome, including strength, cardio, cycle, yoga, Pilates, dance, HIIT, and more.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Maintain a current Group Exercise Instructor Certification from ACE, AFFA or AEA
  • Maintain a current CPR Certification
  • Minimum of two years teaching experience

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in Aqua Fitness
  • Experience in Barre
  • Experience in Senior Fitness / Active Aging Classes
  • Experience in Cycle
  • Experience in strength, cardio, cycle, yoga, Pilates, dance, HIIT, and more.

Responsibilities

  • Lead high quality classes that match the class description, and meet members’ needs. Is able to program, deliver and adapt based on the class participants.
  • Must find a sub if unable to teach a scheduled class; willing and available to sub for other instructors when needed.
  • Attend any department meetings, read and respond to all e-mail communications in a timely manner.
  • Arrive to class early to set up equipment and room, check in participants, and clean up afterwards.
  • Establish relationships with participants to build class participation. Maintain a minimum average of 8 participants per class.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Free Fitness Center pass
  • Discounts towards Park District programs
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