Group Exercise Instructor - PRN - Days

Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.•Harrisonburg, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for planning, preparing, and leading assigned group fitness classes (land and water-based) in alignment with VMRC Wellness Center standards. You'll create safe, fun, and effective sessions tailored to older adults that promote strength, balance, mobility, and overall vitality. This position is a PRN position, so flexibility is key.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with certification by the American Council on Exercise, the Aerobic and Fitness Association of America, or the Aquatic Exercise Association preferred.
One year of minimum experience teaching group exercise classes preferred.
Must possess a command of the English language, both written and spoken.
Must be able to provide outstanding customer service using a friendly, outgoing, and customer service-oriented approach in person and by telephone, as well as the ability to work closely with the senior population in a calm, cooperative, respectful, and professional manner.
Must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Certification by the American Council on Exercise, the Aerobic and Fitness Association of America, or the Aquatic Exercise Association.
One year of minimum experience teaching group exercise classes.

Responsibilities

Designs choreography and music for classes per certification and Wellness Center standards.
Leads diverse exercise sessions to meet member needs, including warm-ups, cardio, conditioning, stretches, and water-specific principles/safety.
Submits attendance reports for program monitoring.
Adheres to group fitness guidelines, ACSM/AEA/ACE protocols, operational policies, and emergency action plans.
Provides tailored exercise recommendations.
Demonstrates water safety knowledge.
Ensures adaptability to participants' capabilities and motivates effectively.
Maintains a positive, professional attitude/image.
Adheres to conservative dress code.
Reports member/staff concerns to supervisors/directors.
Assists colleagues with tasks.
Ensures class coverage when absent.
Exhibits responsible communication and problem-solving with co-workers.
Promotes programs/events to class members.
Actively solicits feedback.
Encourages facility/program usage through quality customer service.
Addresses members positively.
Answers questions customer-friendly.
Ensures instructor availability for discussions to meet service objectives.