Seniors Fitness Coach
About The Position
24 Hour Fitness is seeking energetic, compassionate group fitness instructors to lead senior-focused classes and help older adults stay active, strong, and independent. Coaches lead classes for members with varying fitness levels, in person or through virtual technology, and create a welcoming, encouraging, and appropriately challenging experience. Applicants must hold a primary fitness certification. Candidates who are not yet certified to teach the active aging community may apply; the company will help them obtain that certification. Coaches must maintain an average of at least two classes per week.
Requirements
- Current approved primary group exercise certification for the format taught.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
- Strong communication skills and ability to connect with a wide variety of people.
- Enthusiasm and energy for creating a community feel in group sessions or classes.
- Passion for fitness and helping others achieve health and wellness goals.
- Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed to support the business.
Nice To Haves
- Previous group exercise instruction experience.
Responsibilities
- Coach pre-choreographed or freestyle group sessions and classes for members with varying fitness levels, in person or via virtual technology.
- Present sessions in a way that makes members feel welcomed, encouraged, and challenged.
- Deliver high-quality, safe classes by educating members on safe techniques and guidelines.
- Increase attendance through strong teaching skills and the ability to connect with and motivate others.
- Maintain an average of coaching at least two classes per week.
- Provide positive customer service to members and guests before and after classes.
- Handle member concerns or direct them to appropriate club management.
- Report broken equipment and maintenance needs to club management.
- Recruit new members to join classes.
- Start and finish classes on time as scheduled.
- Organize equipment and help maintain a clean, organized club.
- Find appropriate substitutes for class coverage in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
- Maintain a strong social media presence to attract participants to classes and special events.
- Attend staff meetings on occasion as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
