Group Exercise Instructor

Power Wellness • Ann Arbor, MI

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About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor teaches group exercise classes to members and guests of The Health and Fitness Center at Washtenaw Community College in a professional and safe manner. The instructor provides modifications for different fitness levels, creates an engaging class experience, and follows safe exercise practices. The role requires evening class availability and flexibility to accommodate center hours and work schedules.

The Health and Fitness Center is managed by Power Wellness Management, which specializes in managing medically integrated health and fitness centers. This position is part of a team of full-time and part-time staff.

Requirements

• A group exercise instructor certification is required; an NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
• A nationally recognized NCCA Personal Trainer certification is accepted for strength and conditioning group fitness classes that do not require a specific licensed-format certification.
• Certification in the relevant specialty is required for some specialty group exercise classes.
• CPR/AED certification is required within 90 days of hire; it is provided by Power Wellness.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work positively and servicefully with members.
• Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least two years of group class instruction experience, teaching a variety of styles, levels, and populations, preferred.
• NCCA-accredited group exercise instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach scheduled group exercise classes and provide modifications for varying fitness levels.
• Recognize contraindicated exercises and provide a safe, effective exercise experience.
• Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
• Arrive with enough time to set up; begin and end classes on time; and clean the area after class.
• Immediately report equipment needs or broken equipment to a supervisor after class.
• Record participation numbers after every group exercise class.
• Meet scheduled class commitments and arrange substitute instructors in advance when needed.
• Provide a fun and engaging experience for participants.
• Work toward departmental and organizational goals.
• Be flexible and accommodating regarding center hours and work schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED