Fitness Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to independently carry out fitness programs using recreation principles, concepts, and techniques to meet community needs.
• Skill in planning and carrying out enhanced programs in the recreation specialty area that meet the needs of the participating community.
• Ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups of various sizes.
• Knowledge of safe fitness-equipment use and operation, facility operations, and basic equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and recommend fitness programs based on fitness goals.
• Skill using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, technically sound work-related reports.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must be able to lift and move equipment as needed.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification, Blood Borne Pathogens certification, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Must pass E-Verify employment verification and meet federal suitability requirements, including a successful background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Design, supervise, coach, and instruct group exercise programs inside and outside the fitness facility.
• Provide fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
• Prepare written instructions and procedures covering work performance, equipment use, safety, and participant well-being.
• Provide instruction on conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility.
• Conduct fitness testing, including assessments of aerobic capacity, body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
• Work with command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.
• Provide certified personal training and group exercise services to active-duty military in accordance with the Navy Physical Readiness Program instruction.
• Assist with instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness-related general military training.
• Provide fitness-floor patrons with training tips to help prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
• Provide certified personal training services to eligible patrons and explain proper equipment use and self-monitored progress.
• Give customers general fitness information, instruction on proper equipment use, and program information.
• Ensure fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained; perform basic equipment maintenance and repair.
• Train or lead employees in recreation- or physical-fitness-related positions.
• Prepare and analyze reports specific to the functional area.
• Stay current with fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.
• Assist with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
• Assist the Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with NOFFS, Mission Nutrition, the Command Fitness Leader Course, and other CNIC Headquarters-supported or endorsed programs.