Group Fitness Instructor- Les Mills Body Combat or Body Balance (Part-time)

City of Eden Prairie•Eden Prairie, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor leads group fitness classes at the Eden Prairie Community Center, with a focus on Les Mills Body Combat or Body Balance. The instructor may substitute for classes in a variety of formats. The role is part-time, temporary/seasonal, non-exempt, and pays $26.00–$29.00 per hour depending on qualifications. It is located at the Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Hours vary; daytime and weekend availability are preferred. The expected start date is November 2026, and the application deadline is November 16, 2026. The position reports to the Recreation Supervisor- Fitness. In addition to leading classes, the instructor supports participant safety and well-being, provides quality customer service, promotes healthy choices, helps maintain a safe and healthy exercise environment, enforces facility rules, and assists with cleaning and general maintenance of fitness areas. Instructors are expected to arrive prepared with music cued and routines planned, allow setup time, and greet participants before class. Employees may also be asked to perform a variety of duties as part of the City’s teamwork approach.

Requirements

Group exercise certification from ACE, NETA, AFAA, or an equivalent organization.
Format-specific certifications.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
Experience teaching group fitness classes, specifically Les Mills formats.
Successfully complete and pass the City’s pre-employment evaluation process, including professional reference checks, a background check, and work verification.
Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, and tailor messages to different settings and styles.
Coordinate multiple activities and tasks professionally; prioritize work and keep things orderly.
Use tools for efficiency and plan by considering multiple factors.
Use logical, systematic approaches to solve problems, compare alternatives, and identify relevant considerations.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching a variety of group fitness classes.
Daytime and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in a variety of fitness activities and formats.
Meet members’ needs through personal recognition and quality service.
Monitor participants’ well-being throughout exercise programs.
Serve as a professional leader in fitness and wellness.
Encourage participants to continue exercising and make healthy choices.
Maintain a safe and healthy exercise environment.
Enforce fitness facility policies, rules, and regulations.
Assist with cleaning and general maintenance of fitness areas.
Arrive prepared with music cued and routines planned, allow time for setup, and greet participants before class.
Perform a variety of duties as part of the City’s teamwork approach.