Hourly Pooled-Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer - Campus Recreation
About The Position
The Campus Recreation Fitness Program encourages a healthy, balanced lifestyle through inspiration, teamwork, and positivity. Fitness team members help participants get moving together and have access to educational topics in exercise science and programming, team building, and leadership. New instructors and trainers follow a structured shadowing process, usually lasting one semester, to develop the knowledge and skills needed to deliver movement-based experiences. This position covers both group fitness instruction and personal training. Personal-training candidates will also assist with group fitness classes, which make up the bulk of the fitness program and are intended to strengthen their ability to work with clients one-on-one. The role is on campus at the University of Wyoming and requires the successful candidate to be available on campus to perform essential job functions.
Requirements
- Must be a student to apply.
- Must graduate no earlier than two semesters after applying.
- Must obtain a fitness certification within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process; the essential-duties section states certifications must be obtained and maintained within the first six months.
- Must provide proof of CPR/First Aid certification or be able to obtain it within six months of employment.
- Strong communication skills and a positive, eager-to-learn attitude.
- Applications must include a cover letter describing interest in the role and desired classes to teach; applicants who are already certified should also describe their experience and training philosophy.
- Applications must include a resume with a contact phone number and @uwyo.edu email address.
Nice To Haves
- A current fitness certification is not required to apply.
Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming and inclusive group exercise environment and provide participants with a positive movement-based experience.
- Design and deliver 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.
- Become familiar with current UW Campus Recreation Fitness offerings.
- For trainers, conduct fitness assessments and monitor client progress, including appropriate assessments of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, mobility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance based on client goals.
- Provide personalized attention and customer service to clients and Campus Recreation patrons.
- Use client scheduling and fitness software.
- Obtain and maintain necessary fitness certifications within the first six months of employment; the desired-qualification section specifies obtaining certification within the first semester while completing shadowing.
- Show 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 schedule 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 the lives of many.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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