Group X Instructor Les Mills

Gold's Gym Washington • Camas, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor—Les Mills safely leads members in Les Mills International programs, including formats such as BODYPUMP, LES MILLS CORE, RPM, BODYBALANCE, and BODYCOMBAT. Instructors are expected to learn current releases designed to enhance fitness, strength, and endurance, and to serve as an education resource for members on fitness topics.

The instructor prepares for classes, teaches and monitors participants, adapts routines for different fitness levels, maintains a motivational environment, and completes post-class tasks. The role also includes dependable class scheduling, equipment and room readiness, required reporting and staff procedures, and promoting Gold’s Gym and GGX. The position is part-time at the Camas, Washington location.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Ability to perform a variety of exercise routines.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.
• Certification in the specific Group Exercise Instructor program(s).
• Current CPR certification and basic first aid training.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning, and kicking.

Responsibilities

• Arrive 10 minutes before class to interact with members, orient new participants, answer questions, and assess the group’s and individuals’ fitness capabilities.
• Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the class format and demonstrate visible, proper form and movement.
• Prepare the program track list, music, and choreography according to the Les Mills program.
• Check that class and audio equipment function correctly.
• Introduce yourself and the class format, identify first-time participants, and briefly gauge their fitness level privately when possible.
• Give clear verbal instructions and maintain music volume, tempo, and atmosphere that support teaching, learning, and enjoyment.
• Monitor participants’ form and offer routine variations for different fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and enjoyable environment for participants.
• Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and places after class, and prepare the room for the next class.
• Answer participant questions and concerns and solicit feedback about the class.
• Begin and end classes promptly, adjusting class flow when needed to stay on schedule.
• Follow facility closing procedures when teaching the last class of the day.
• Find a qualified and approved substitute when unable to teach a scheduled class, and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if finding a substitute is a problem.
• Maintain dependable and consistent class schedules; substitutions and cancellations should be rare.
• Attend required staff meetings as necessary.
• Follow clock-in and clock-out recording procedures.
• Prepare incident and/or witness reports when necessary after accidents.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
• Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Complimentary membership at all Gold’s Gym PNW clubs, including tanning, red light therapy, and guest privileges for regularly scheduled employees

What This Job Offers

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