Group Fitness Instructor

Apex Park and Recreation District • Arvada, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Assistant Manager, this role focuses on fostering strong relationships with Apex members and creating engaging aquatic fitness classes to maintain or boost attendance. The position promotes fitness and wellness through safe instruction of aquatic fitness classes and assists with substituting classes when necessary. Additional responsibilities include announcing and informing participants about relevant Apex activities, attending all staff meetings and trainings, and adhering to Apex policies and procedures. Instructors must obtain continuing education credits, maintain current certifications, and provide documentation of all certifications to the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator promptly. They must also respond appropriately to all emergency situations.

Cycle instructor: Lead structured indoor cycling classes that incorporate endurance, intervals, strength and recovery. Provide clear instructions and modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels. Create energizing playlists and classes to enhance the participant experience.

Aquatic Fitness: Familiarity with exercises performed in water, including water aerobics, aqua Zumba, or swim-based fitness routines. Knowledge of water resistance principles and how they affect the body is crucial, as well as understanding the safety guidelines unique to aquatic settings.

General Fitness: A well-rounded understanding of fitness principles such as strength training, cardio, flexibility, and mobility, along with the ability to teach classes that may include HIIT, circuit training, or other mixed formats.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old.
• Experience in modifying exercises for clients with different abilities, ages, and fitness levels.
• Ability to provide options for both beginners and more advanced participants, ensuring classes are accessible and effective.
• Knowledge of injury prevention and how to teach proper form to reduce the risk of strain, particularly for BARRE and aquatic fitness.
• Passion for fitness and a strong ability to motivate participants.
• Ability to create a welcoming, positive, and energetic environment.
• Strong verbal communication skills to ensure clear instruction, demonstration of complex movements, and provision of corrections.
• Ability to teach a variety of fitness classes, both in-person and potentially virtually.
• Certified instructor in Group Fitness, Cycle, or Aquatic Fitness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with specific populations (e.g., seniors, prenatal/postnatal, rehabilitation).
• Familiarity with tracking fitness progress or using technology (like fitness apps or wearables).

Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with Apex members.
• Create engaging aquatic fitness classes to maintain or boost attendance.
• Promote fitness and wellness through safe instruction of aquatic fitness classes.
• Assist with substituting classes when necessary.
• Announce and inform participants about relevant Apex activities.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.
• Adhere to Apex policies and procedures.
• Obtain continuing education credits and maintain current certifications.
• Provide documentation of all certifications to the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator promptly.
• Respond appropriately to all emergency situations.
• Lead structured indoor cycling classes that incorporate endurance, intervals, strength and recovery.
• Provide clear instructions and modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels for cycling classes.
• Create energizing playlists and classes to enhance the participant experience for cycling.
• Utilize knowledge of exercises performed in water, including water aerobics, aqua Zumba, or swim-based fitness routines.
• Apply knowledge of water resistance principles and how they affect the body.
• Understand and apply safety guidelines unique to aquatic settings.
• Demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of fitness principles such as strength training, cardio, flexibility, and mobility.
• Teach classes that may include HIIT, circuit training, or other mixed formats.

Benefits

• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Encouragement for qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply.
• Valuing unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings.
• Dedication to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

What This Job Offers

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