PT Group Fitness Instructor, Fitness

 Overview:

Group Fitness Instructors strive to live out the vision, mission and core values of the Office of  Recreation & Wellness through fun and interactive and encouraging group experience that can  improve over all health, fitness and well-being.  This is a position in which the Group Fitness  Instructor is expected to lead a group of participants through group fitness classes. The GFI  creatively designs classes that are safe for participants including proper use of equipment and  movement. Administrative duties include timely communication with the supervisor and participants, keeping participant counts and maintaining knowledge of current industry  standards. 

• Nationally recognized certifications such as Aerobics and Fitness Association of America  (AFAA), American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine  (ACSM) or another reputable organization. 
• Able to complete all job-related functions 
• Display strong communication skills to effectively interact with participants and other  HRC employees 
• Able to complete all job related functions. 
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified or able to attend HRC provided class within 30 days of hiring  date 
• Available to work nights and weekends 

• Act in a professional manner in accordance with being a representative of the Office of  Recreation and Wellness. 
• Provide great customer service to our members, including answering questions and  providing unjudgemental and inclusive exercise experience 
• Designing classes that are safe for participants by providing exercise cues,  modifications, constructive feedback, and motivation. 
• Administrative responsibilities include timely communication with the supervisor and  participants, attending required meetings, keeping participant counts and maintaining knowledge of industry standards 
• Keeping track of and Recertifying all certifications in a timely manner 
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings 
• Work cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goals.  Instructors have the opportunity to teach a variety of formats, based on their knowledge,  personal experience, and certifications they may have.