Tai Chi Instructor

Apex Park and Recreation District • Arvada, CO

5d

About The Position

The Tai Chi Instructor leads safe, engaging, and inclusive classes for participants of varying ages and fitness levels. Instruction may take place on land, in the water, or from the pool deck while participants move in the water. The instructor supports participant wellness, learning, and personal growth while representing the recreation program professionally and enthusiastically.

The role involves planning and leading classes that incorporate proper technique, breathing, balance, and mindful movement. Instruction should prioritize safety, provide modifications and guidance for all ability levels, and use clear demonstrations and verbal cues. The instructor helps create a welcoming, encouraging, community-oriented atmosphere, arrives prepared and on time, sets up and restores the gym space, maintains attendance records, and follows facility policies and procedures. Incidents, injuries, or equipment needs must be reported promptly to the Recreation Manager. The instructor is also expected to stay current on Tai Chi instruction methods, trends, and best practices.

Work may take place in settings with poor acoustics, distractions, or high activity levels, including wet, humid, or damp pool and aquatic environments. The position requires demonstrating movements, standing for extended periods, and safely assisting participants. Additional projects may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong understanding of safe movement practices and body alignment.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Ability to work with participants of diverse ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to demonstrate movement, stand for extended periods, and assist participants safely.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Tai Chi instruction or related mind–body disciplines.
• Certification in Dr. Paul Lam Tai Chi.
• Experience within a community recreation or fitness center environment.
• Prior experience teaching Tai Chi and fan.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead Tai Chi classes incorporating proper technique, breathing, balance, and mindful movement.
• Prioritize participant safety by offering modifications and guidance for all ability levels.
• Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and verbal cues to support participant progress.
• Create a welcoming, encouraging, and community-oriented atmosphere.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled classes.
• Set up the gym space appropriately and return it to order after each session.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and follow facility policies and procedures.
• Promptly report incidents, injuries, or equipment needs to the Recreation Manager.
• Stay current on Tai Chi instruction methods, trends, and best practices.

What This Job Offers

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