Group Fitness Instructor - Silver Sneakers Formats

VASA FITNESS • Mount Prospect, IL

4h • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) - Silver Sneakers Formats provides an exceptional member experience through fun, uplifting fitness. Instructors motivate members through movement and community, teach safe and effective classes, and offer options for varying fitness levels and abilities. They help create an inclusive, supportive, energetic environment and promote classes to retain current participants and invite new ones.

The role is primarily based in a fitness facility and office setting. Temperature variations may occur, and the environment includes ambient noise from conversation and gym equipment. The listed pay range is $21.00-$28.00 per hour, depending on experience. Instructors are paid the class hourly rate, with minimum wage paid for preparation time or class time exceeding 60 minutes per class.

Requirements

• 0-1 year of experience in personal training, small group training, and/or group fitness training.
• NCCA-accredited Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification.
• General knowledge and experience with kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness, or related areas.
• Current CPR/AED Certification.
• Current certification for the applicable format.
• Passion for fitness, changing lives, and helping others reach their goals.
• Energizing and positive attitude; promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of a group.
• Ability to talk and convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Ability to stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to handle varied situations with limited standardization, interpret instructions, and relay them to clients.
• Regular attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts during business hours.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of personal/small group training or group fitness instruction experience.
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional fitness experience to Studio members by exemplifying VASA's UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is executed in every class.
• Arrive punctually and prepared, prepare the room, and greet members at the door on time.
• Demonstrate exercises and movements safely and accurately, and actively monitor members' performance in class.
• Complete post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the space.
• Respond promptly to member needs and concerns with an approachable, professional, and engaging manner.
• Teach safe and effective classes, communicating clearly and providing options for different fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community with an inspiring and energetic approach.
• Promote classes to retain participants and invite new participants.
• Work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to assist members and sell services in person.
• Travel locally as needed for support, training, or other purposes.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees, including one to give away.
• 401k options.
• Employees working 30 or more hours per week: paid time off (hourly), health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
• Employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan (salary) and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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