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 varying fitness levels, recognizes contraindicated exercises, and creates a fun and engaging participant experience. The role requires evening availability and flexibility to accommodate center hours and work schedules.

Requirements

• Group exercise instructor certification required; an NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
• A nationally recognized NCCA personal trainer certification is accepted for strength and conditioning group fitness classes that are not licensed formats requiring a specific certification.
• Certification is required for instruction in some specialty group exercise classes.
• CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire; provided by Power Wellness.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with members in a positive, service-based manner.
• Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience teaching group classes in a variety of styles and levels and to varied 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 use a safe, effective approach to exercise.
• Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
• Arrive early enough to set up, begin and end classes on time, and clean the area after class.
• Report equipment needs or broken equipment to the supervisor immediately following class.
• Record participation numbers after every group exercise class.
• Avoid missed classes and seek substitute instructors in advance when necessary.
• 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: No Education Listed