Group X Instructor Les Mills
About The Position
The Group Exercise Instructor—Les Mills safely leads members in a Les Mills International program, including at least one program such as BODYPUMP, LES MILLS CORE, RPM, BODYBALANCE, or BODYCOMBAT. Instructors learn current releases designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance, and serve as an education resource for members on fitness. Before class, the instructor arrives 10 minutes early to connect with members, orient new participants, answer questions, prepare the program’s music and choreography, and check class and audio equipment. During class, the instructor introduces the format, checks in with first-time participants, gives clear instructions, monitors form, offers variations for different fitness levels, and creates a motivating, enjoyable environment. After class, the instructor restores equipment, prepares the room for the next class, answers questions, and solicits participant feedback. The instructor is also responsible for punctual classes, facility closing procedures when teaching the last class of the day, arranging a qualified and approved substitute when unable to teach, attending required staff meetings, following clock-in/out procedures, preparing incident or witness reports when needed, maintaining a positive and professional attitude, and promoting Gold’s Gym and GGX.
Requirements
- Knowledge of safe exercise technique 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 program(s) the instructor will teach is required.
- Current CPR certification and basic first aid training are required.
- Ability to perform physical activities 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, and answer questions.
- Prepare the Les Mills track list, music, and choreography according to the program.
- Check that class and audio equipment function correctly.
- Introduce the instructor and class format, and discreetly assess first-time participants’ fitness levels.
- Give clear verbal instructions and maintain music volume, tempo, and atmosphere that support instruction and participation.
- Monitor participants’ form and offer routine variations for different fitness levels.
- Create a motivational and fun environment.
- Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and place after class.
- Prepare the room for the next class, answer participants’ questions or concerns, and solicit feedback.
- Start 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, approved substitute when unable to teach and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if there is difficulty finding one.
- Maintain dependable and consistent class schedules; substitutions and cancellations should be rare.
- Attend required staff meetings.
- Follow clock-in and clock-out recording procedures.
- Prepare incident and/or witness reports as needed after accidents.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward responsibilities, coworkers, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
