Group Fitness Instructor (Bootcamp + Silver Sneakers)

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

5d•$25 - $36

About The Position

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - Silver Sneakers/Older Adult Classes Under limited supervision, the Fitness Instructor role provides support and leadership in all aspects of the Fitness program. They lead, instruct and motivate participants in group fitness classes, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and range of motion. They are responsible for coaching participants through safe and effective exercise programming including motivating energetically, providing feedback, assessing strengths and weaknesses, clearly communicating and creating a community of wellness. FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - For Silver Sneakers/Older Adult Classes

Requirements

Ability to teach group fitness and weight training classes to all age groups, including older adults
Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety.
Ability to understand and observe participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels.
Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.
Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with participants and coordinators, with excellent customer service.
Ability to collaborate with co-instructors about lesson plan ideas.
Work closely with coordinators and fitness leads.
Willingness to accept and provide feedback.
Knowledge and strong understanding of basic dance technique with the ability to provide feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics.
Knowledge and understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency.
Ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history
Current group fitness certification from either: ACE, NSCA, AFAA, ACSM, AAAI/ISMA, NEDITA, ISSA, NASM, NFPT, IFPA or a Silver Sneakers certification or any nationally recognized older adult specific training or certification.
Three (3) years of customer service experience which includes some experience in group fitness and class instruction.

Nice To Haves

Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Four (4) or more years in older adult fitness class instruction.
Bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology, kinesiology, exercise science or related degree.
Nationally recognized certification or training in addition to base certification.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Teaches group fitness classes such as Fit + Strong, Silver Sneakers BOOM, Silver Sneakers Classic, Silver Sneakers Yoga, etc. to older adult participants.
Teaches specialized formats as needed based on qualifications.
Provides a learning experience that is healthy, positive, enriching and emphasizes safety and the joy of movement.
Instructs and educates patrons on safe and proper movement and equipment use, providing modifications and corrections as applicable.
Creates classes where techniques are clearly communicated, demonstrated, and progress logically in interest and energy.
Sets up equipment, maintains attendance sheets, and communicates with participants.
Takes proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries.
Enforce rules, regulations, and policies; maintain safety, order and discipline of participants, and/or customers.
Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents, participants, program partners, and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems.
Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meeting as needed
Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the Fitness and Parks and Recreation programs including accurate completion of all required paperwork.
Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
Reports all accidents and damage to city property immediately (within 24 hours).