Group X Instructor Pilates Mat or Barre

Gold's Gym Washington • Kirkland, WA

10d • $27 - $32

About The Position

The Group Exercise—Pilates Mat or Barre Instructor safely leads members through group exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance, and serves as an educational resource on fitness. The instructor prepares for class, teaches and adapts exercises for different fitness levels, creates a motivating environment, and completes post-class and facility procedures. This is a part-time position in Kirkland, Washington.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and group exercise principles.
• For Pilates Mat instructors, knowledge of Pilates principles and Pilates Mat exercises, including appropriate variations.
• 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 job, including lifting light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning, and kicking.

Responsibilities

• Arrive 10 minutes before class to welcome and orient members, introduce new participants, answer questions, and gauge the group’s and individuals’ fitness capabilities.
• Wear appropriate clothing and footwear that allow participants to see proper form, alignment, and movement.
• Prepare suitable music without offensive language and ensure class and audio equipment function correctly.
• Introduce yourself and the class format, identify first-time participants, and privately gauge their fitness levels as appropriate.
• Give clear verbal instructions and maintain music volume, tempo, and an atmosphere conducive to teaching and participation.
• Monitor participants’ form and offer exercise variations for different fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and enjoyable class environment.
• Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and locations, prepare the room for the next class, answer participants’ questions or concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Start and end classes promptly, adjusting the class flow as 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 a scheduled class and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if there is difficulty finding one.
• Maintain dependable and consistent class schedules, with substitutions and cancellations being rare.
• Attend required staff meetings, follow clock-in and clock-out procedures, and prepare incident or witness reports when needed.
• 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

What This Job Offers

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