Youth Fitness Instructor (as needed)

HealthFitness•Bentonville, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is hiring a Youth Fitness Instructor for Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness in Bentonville, Arkansas. The instructor creates and leads engaging, age-appropriate fitness classes for children and teens, helping them stay active, build confidence, develop healthy habits, and enjoy a positive and safe environment. The role supports the facility’s mission to inspire healthier lives, particularly among younger members, and encourages a lifelong appreciation of wellness and fitness. The instructor develops programs for different ages and fitness levels, supports participants’ safety and progress, and communicates with parents and guardians. The role also includes maintaining youth fitness equipment and areas, collaborating with the Youth Director on program development, and modeling service, teamwork, honesty, integrity, inclusion, and respect. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The position is as needed. Compensation is $25–$30 per hour, with the final offer based on location, qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. Applicants must meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test. HealthFitness offers health and financial benefits, competitive pay, personal and professional support, training and development, and flexible employment opportunities.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working with children and teens in a fitness, sports, or recreational setting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of youth fitness, exercise techniques, and age-appropriate physical activities.
Ability to design and lead engaging fitness classes tailored to different age groups.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage and motivate young participants.
Adult/Child CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Must meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Create and lead fun, dynamic, safe fitness classes and programs for children and teens.
Adapt programs to different age groups and fitness levels, using activities that promote strength, flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular health.
Maintain a safe, supportive environment; monitor participants’ well-being and participation, and assist with proper exercise technique when needed.
Encourage and motivate youth to participate in physical activity and build lasting healthy habits.
Work with the Youth Director to develop new programs and improve existing ones, using feedback from parents and participants.
Observe and document participants’ physical progress and provide positive feedback and constructive guidance.
Communicate with parents and guardians about participation, progress, and safety or behavioral concerns.
Set up, clean, and maintain equipment used for youth programs, and report equipment issues or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Model and promote service, teamwork, honesty, integrity, inclusion, respect, and support.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.