JOB SUMMARY: Our goal is to deliver The Cliffs Lifestyle to Members, Guests of Members and Discovery Guests through “The Cliffs Commitment” categorically summarized as “details”, “relational service”, and “continuous improvement”.

JOB DUTIES:

• Continual supervision of all fitness/aerobics areas during class times to provide a relatively safe and effective and motivating environment for physical activity. Assess continually the participants and their ability level. Communicate to participant any concern or difficulty.
• Set up facility for any activity that is needed for assigned class.
• Observe and teach good body mechanics. Constantly work with participants to enhance their knowledge of exercise, body alignment and exercise safety.
• Record attendance for the exercise class.
• Assess the needs and capabilities of individuals through weighing, measuring and conducting fitness tests to check blood pressure, heart rate and lung capacity.
• Provide training and assistance to individuals and groups by preparing a routine of exercises to music.
• Provide advice to individuals on the correct method of exercising with weightlifting equipment, exercise bikes, treadmills and other training and exercise machines.
• Devise personal exercise programs for individuals according to age and level of fitness.
• Provide instruction in a variety of fitness activities
• Assist in the cleaning and general maintenance of the wellness center and make sure that equipment is maintained and correctly set up.
• May, at time, work at the front desk to take bookings or provide information about facilities.
• May liaise with doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians and other allied health professionals to devise health and fitness programs for clients.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years exercise instruction experience.
• ACSM, NSCA, or another nationally recognized certification program.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification are required.
• Knowledge of general fitness principles, components of appropriate aerobic exercise session.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and writing skills necessary.
• Outgoing, dynamic personality, ability to communicate effectively with all levels of participants and employees.
• Must have a personal commitment to health and fitness.
• Must be flexible to meet the needs of various schedules and hours may fluctuate based on priority of deadlines and workload.