Group Fitness Instructor
About The Position
The Group Fitness Instructor provides engaging, educational, and entertaining group fitness instruction in a safe environment that promotes fitness and positive self-esteem. The instructor serves as a fitness resource for class participants, builds positive relationships to encourage continued attendance, meets daily class attendance goals, and promotes Life Time programs, products, and services. Instructors may teach a variety of formats, including strength, cardio, boxing and kickboxing, barre, cycling, dance, yoga, classes for older adults, and small-group training. These programs include formats such as LIFT, SHRED, MAXOUT, XTREME, REMIXX, STRIKE, LIFE BARRE, AMP, EDG, PWR, DANZE, SURRENDER YIN, ROOT HATHA, FLOW VINYASA, ARORA, GTX, ULTRA FIT, and ALPHA.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of fitness instructor work experience.
- CPR/AED certification.
- At least one Group Exercise Certification from NASM, ACE, AFAA, or AEA.
- Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class, including activities that may involve standing, walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneeling.
- Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 100 pounds.
- Ability to perform exercises specific to the assigned class.
Responsibilities
- Develop positive relationships with class participants by teaching challenging and entertaining classes.
- Educate participants on correct form and alternative movements during fitness routines.
- Listen attentively to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes.
- Clean and organize studio space after each class.
- Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while ensuring appropriate language.
- Promote Life Time promotions, programs, products, and services, specifically encouraging participation in Life Time classes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
