Aqua Group Exercise Instructor - Evenings and Weekends

JOB SUMMARY -

To instruct high-quality exercise class experiences structured for specific levels of fitness and/or specific populations that are effective, safe and fun. Free/fee classes run on a quarterly schedule.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions 

*  Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Galter LifeCenter and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Life Center.                   

Utilize sound exercise principles to ensure maximum safety of participants.

• Monitor participants’ target heart rates/perceived exertion, progress and exercise form.
• Be aware of and monitor participants’ special needs.
• Recognize symptoms of fatigue and overexertion and take appropriate action.
• Be aware of beginners and lower level exercisers and notify them throughout class of modifications; encourage these participants to work at their own level.
• Follow exercise guidelines provided by a national certification (accreditation) and/or from specialty/licensed certifications for maximum effectiveness.

Perform each class in accordance with a prescribed method: Science of Execution

• Execute exercises with proper technique.
• Execute with authenticity.
• Perform movements rhythmically (to the beat of the music).
• Provide well-rounded exercise class with appropriate warm-up and cool down periods.     
• Deliver choreography effectively.

Ensure effective coaching, genuine connecting, and appropriate entertaining are provided to participants.

• Motivate and coach by being caring, supportive, encouraging, and inspiring.
• Know what to say and when to say it.
• Make positive and specific corrections of technique throughout class.
• Ensure that participants feel welcome and establish rapport – before, during, and after classes.
• Be appropriately prepared for classes.
• Coach monthly technique plans to classes as provided by Supervisor.         
• Ensure that each class delivers an experience that enhances the participants’ perceived success.

Assist Supervisor in reaching group fitness program goals and objectives.

• Assist Supervisor in establishing new schedules and new classes based on response/feedback from class participants.
• Help provide communication to members on upcoming events including incentive programs, classes, events, and facility issues.
• Assist in implementing, facilitating, and monitoring special programs.
• Record accurate attendance for all classes.
• Teach 1-1 classes or lessons when applicable.
• Ensure accurate enrollment and attendance monitoring of fee-based programs.
• Assist with member evaluations of programs/classes.
• Perform pre and post measures when applicable for specific courses.

Follow all policies and procedures set forth for the group exercise program – see group fitness training manual for further details.

• Start and end classes on time.
• Sub classes for coworkers when available. Follow subbing policies as stated in the manual.
• Ensure that all equipment is used correctly and stored properly at the end of class.
• Report/Document unsafe equipment.
• Use safe decibel levels for music and microphone and utilize appropriate music for classes.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain credentials through continuing education in the fitness field.
• Instruct classes on and off-site for SH employees and the community.
• Attend quarterly staff meetings as well as other scheduled employee training.
• Attain a working knowledge of LifeCenter programs.

QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Group Fitness Instructor: B.S. degree in exercise physiology or health related field, preferred ACE Certification, AFAA Certification or other national certification is required.
• 1 or more years of group leading experience preferably in more than one format. Specialty certifications recommended.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good rhythm and sense of music cueing, general knowledge of exercise and exercise contraindication
• In training Instructor: Newly obtained certification or In process of obtaining certification.
        * No formal experience to less than a year of experience
        * Excellent interpersonal skills, good rhythm and sense of music cueing, general knowledge of exercise and 
           exercise contraindications.
      
• Mind/Body Instructor: B.S. degree preferred in related field, and/or certification/completion of training from a recognized organization..
  .     * Minimum one year experience
        * Excellent interpersonal skills, good rhythm and sense of music cueing, general knowledge of exercise and
           exercise and exercise contraindications.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• ACE Certification/AFAA Certification/National Certification – Group Fitness Instructor
• CPR/AED Certification
• Certification /Completion of training from recognized organization- Mind/Body Instructor

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

• N/A

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS

• GLC Members, Guests, Clients
• All GLC Staff
• SH Staff

ENVIRONMENT

• Pleasant

Disclaimer: The information written in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as totally comprehensive of every job duty, responsibility, or qualification required by an employee assigned to this job. While employed in this position, an employee may be required to perform other assignments not listed in this job description: