Dance Fitness Instructor

Dance Fitness Instructor

Salary

$15.30 - $18.26 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Part-Time Staff

Job Number

FY2706735

Division

VP Student Affairs

Department

SLWC Fitness Center

Opening Date

11/11/2026

Closing Date

11/29/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

License or Certification

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

The Student Life & Wellness Center (SLWC) at Utah Valley University is seeking enthusiastic Dance Fitness Instructors who are passionate about creating engaging, high-energy fitness experiences. In this role, you will inspire participants of varying skill levels through dynamic dance-based workouts while helping them build confidence, improve wellness, and achieve their personal fitness goals. Instructors have the opportunity to design and lead their own classes, develop creative choreography, and foster a welcoming environment where movement, fitness, and fun come together.

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the campus community by promoting healthy lifestyles and positive connections through group fitness. Ideal candidates are energetic, motivating, and relationship-oriented individuals who enjoy encouraging others, building a sense of community, and creating memorable experiences that keep participants excited to return class after class.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, welcoming, and educational group fitness classes.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members and helps others connect with one another and with the UVU community.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate equipment, storage areas, music, and handouts for each class.
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Certified fitness instructor certification (AFAA, NETA, ACE, Fitour, etc.) or a specialized fitness certification (Zumba, Les Mills, Yoga, Barre, etc.)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm.
• Knowledge of programs and services in the Student Life and Wellness Center.
• Knowledge of methods for promoting and increasing fitness in patrons.

Skills

• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent dance instruction skills.

Abilities

• Ability to multitask and independently manage time.
• Ability to teach the specified fitness class and cater to individual and group needs.
• Ability to facilitate a positive fitness environment.
• Ability to motivate class participants.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

01

Do you have experience teaching Combination Dance Fitness?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you currently hold a Certified Fitness Instructor certification (e.g., AFAA, NETA, ACE, Fitour) or a specialized fitness certification (e.g., Zumba, Les Mills, Yoga, Barre)?

• Yes
• No

03

Which fitness instructor certification(s) do you currently hold?

04

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently hold valid CPR/AED and First Aid certifications?

• Yes
• No

06

Please identify the certifications you currently possess.

• CPR/AED
• First Aid
• Certified Fitness Instructor (AFAA, NETA, ACE, Fitour, etc.)
• Specialized Fitness Certification (Zumba, Les Mills, Yoga, Barre, etc.)
• Other

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu