Group Fitness Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must be able to teach a specialty Fitness Course through hands-on experience and obtain a Fit Tour Group Exercise instructor certification or other group fitness certification accredited by NCCA, or equivalent certifications within 90 days of date of hire.
• Must obtain a CPR certification within 90 days of date of hire.
• Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
• Must be willing to travel to various class sites and meetings.
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. (equipment, weights, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Teaches scheduled classes; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down.
• Instructs patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles.
• Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class.
• Organizes class space.
• Stores all equipment and returns room to its original arrangement.
• Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Ensures that safety standards are met.
• Adapt exercises for the level of strength or frailty of each participant.
• Participate in training opportunities provided by sponsoring organization.