Hourly Pooled-Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer - Campus Recreation

University of Wyoming • Laramie, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Wyoming Campus Recreation Fitness Program seeks student team members to encourage healthy, balanced lifestyles through movement, teamwork, and positivity. New instructors and trainers complete a structured shadowing process, usually lasting one semester, to develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead fitness classes or train clients. The role provides exposure to exercise science, programming, team building, and leadership. Applicants must be students and must not graduate earlier than two semesters after applying. The position is on campus at the Half Acre Recreation & Wellness Center. Applicants interested in personal training should expect to assist with group fitness classes, which make up the bulk of the program. A cover letter describing interest, preferred classes, and (if applicable) certification and training philosophy is required, along with a resume that includes a contact phone number and UW email address.

Requirements

• Must be a student to apply.
• Must graduate no earlier than two semesters after applying.
• Obtain a fitness certification within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process.
• Provide proof of CPR/First Aid certification or obtain it within six months of employment.
• Demonstrate teamwork, customer service, collaboration, strong communication skills, and a positive willingness to learn.
• Submit a cover letter explaining interest in the role and the types of classes the applicant wants to teach; applicants already certified should describe their experience and training philosophy.
• Submit a resume with a contact phone number and an @uwyo.edu email address.

Nice To Haves

• Holding a current fitness certification when applying is welcome but not required.
• Personal training experience or certification may be described in the application; no specific prior experience is stated as required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain required fitness certifications within the first six months of employment; desired qualifications specify obtaining certification within the first semester while completing shadowing.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive group exercise environment and provide participants with a positive movement-based experience.
• Design and lead safe, effective, and enjoyable group fitness classes and/or training sessions for a variety of clientele.
• Apply knowledge of exercise science, class program design, and wellness principles, and stay familiar with current UW Campus Recreation Fitness offerings.
• Conduct fitness assessments and monitor client progress when working as a trainer, including appropriate measures of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, mobility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.
• Provide personalized attention and customer service to clients and Campus Recreation patrons.
• Use client scheduling and fitness software as needed.
• Provide proof of CPR/First Aid or obtain it within six months of employment.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Assist with special programs, workshops, and fairs.
• Assist with cleaning tasks and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Access to the Half Acre facility, study materials, mentors, peers, and varied leadership styles.
• Flexible scheduling that supports academic success.
• Partial certification reimbursement if conditions are met.
• Experience working with people in group and/or one-on-one exercise settings.
• Opportunity to contribute to participants’ lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed