Group X Instructor Les Mills

Gold's Gym Washington • Camas, WA

3d • $27 - $32

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor—Les Mills safely leads members in a Les Mills International program, including at least one of BODYPUMP, LES MILLS CORE, RPM, BODYBALANCE, or BODYCOMBAT. Instructors learn current releases designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance, and serve as an education resource for members on fitness.

Before class, the instructor arrives 10 minutes early to connect with participants, orient newcomers, and answer questions. They prepare the program track list, music, and choreography according to the specific Les Mills program, and confirm class and audio equipment are functioning. During class, the instructor introduces the format, checks in with first-time participants, gives clear verbal instruction, monitors form, offers variations for different fitness levels, and creates a motivational and enjoyable environment. After class, they restore the stereo and microphone, prepare the room for the next class, answer questions, and solicit feedback.

Instructors ensure classes begin and end on time, follow facility closing procedures when teaching the last class of the day, and arrange a qualified, approved substitute if unable to teach a scheduled class. They maintain dependable schedules, attend required staff meetings, follow clock-in/out procedures, prepare incident or witness reports when needed, maintain a positive and professional attitude, and promote Gold’s Gym and GGX.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Ability to perform a variety of exercise routines.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.
• Certification in the specific Group Exercise Instructor program(s) is required.
• Current CPR certification and basic first aid training are required.
• Ability to perform physical activities including lifting light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning, and kicking.

Responsibilities

• Arrive 10 minutes before class to interact with members, orient new participants, and answer questions.
• Prepare the Les Mills program track list, music, and choreography as designed for the specific program.
• Ensure class and audio equipment function correctly.
• Introduce themselves and the class format, and discreetly gauge first-time participants’ fitness levels when applicable.
• Give clear verbal instructions and maintain an atmosphere conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and enjoyment.
• Monitor participants’ form and offer routine variations to accommodate different fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and fun environment.
• Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and place after class.
• Prepare the room for the next class, answer participant questions or concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Ensure classes begin and end promptly, adjusting class flow as needed to meet the schedule.
• Follow facility closing procedures when teaching the last class of the day.
• Find a qualified, approved substitute when unable to teach a scheduled class and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if there is difficulty finding one.
• Maintain dependable and consistent class schedules.
• Attend required staff meetings as necessary.
• Follow clock-in/out recording procedures.
• Prepare incident and/or witness reports as necessary following accidents.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward responsibilities, coworkers, and members.
• Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Complimentary membership at all Gold’s Gym PNW clubs, including tanning, red light therapy, and guest privileges for regularly scheduled employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed