Group Exercise/Fitness Instructor

Enthusiastic instructor to teach/lead programs such as but not limited to Zumba, Chair Aerobics, Line Dancing, etc. Responsible for promoting fitness and wellness through Group Exercise.  Reports to Facility Director.(Illustrative only. Any single position of a class will not necessarily involve all of the duties listed, and many positions will involve duties that are not listed.)

• Plan, organize and instruct group exercise classes and/or provide coaching/training in assigned specialization with appropriate exercises, sequences, and/or routines; provides and prepares appropriate music for format.
• Ensure equipment is in proper working order and used in correct manner.
• Provides class instruction and demonstrates knowledge, skill and ability in specific area(s).
• Design and implement exercise class curriculum based on current research and includes warm-up, workout and cool-down periods.
• Collaborates with Facility Director to develop, plan and schedule classes.
• Includes and instructs multiple levels of modifications for each workout to allow participation by multiple fitness levels or those with past injury.
• Practices safe work habits and maintains a safe environment. Monitors participant safety during class and if necessary, provides first aid. Follows standard procedure for emergencies for the facility.  Complete and submit patron incident reports.
• Address program specific risk management/safety issues.
• Responds to questions from participants regarding purpose of specific exercises/routines and other fitness-related topics.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service. Offers a positive experience for patrons and co-workers.
• Distributes program evaluations to participants. Maintains confidentiality and respects patron privacy during evaluation process. Submits evaluations to supervisors and remains open to student feedback. Reviews feedback and utilizes information to enhance program.
• Ensures all participants are signed in and maintain appropriate records regarding class participation. 
• Prepares facility for class including equipment, lights, fans, water station and sound equipment. Cleans up area and returns all equipment to appropriate storage area at end of instructional period.
• Communicate with staff regarding facility, equipment and supply needs.
• Monitor participant behavior to ensure an environment where everyone feels welcomed, included, safe and respected while participating.
• Respond professionally to questions, suggestions, and concerns from participants and staff regarding programs, activities, policies and practices.
• Remain personally accountable in seeking resolution to misunderstandings, conflicts, or performance of self or others. Respond positively to correction and accepts direction.
• Be knowledgeable of all health and wellness programs at Facility in order to share information.

Essential knowledge of fitness/exercise program components; principles of cardiovascular fitness, kinesiology,  balance, flexibility, muscular endurance and strength training; safety practices and precautions in performing exercises. Knowledge and skill to suggest modifications of exercise to participants with injuries or limitations.  Principles of group dynamics and group interaction including customer service and positive attitude. Ability to activate emergency procedures and accident site management  when appropriate.Group Exercise Certification by a recognized certifying organization such as American College of Cardiology, Athletic Fitness Association of America, etc. and/or specialized training in a nationally recognized format such as Zumba, Pilates, etc.

Salary : $20