Group Fitness Instructor

This hourly position at the Kaiserman JCC, reporting to the Group Fitness Manager, involves leading dynamic and engaging group fitness classes for individuals of varying fitness levels. As a fitness instructor, you will provide guidance, motivation, and support to participants while ensuring safety and maintaining a professional environment. This position requires a strong passion for fitness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire others to achieve their fitness goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

• Lead Group Fitness Classes: Plan, prepare, and lead engaging and safe group fitness classes for participants of varying fitness levels.
• Provide Instruction: Offer clear guidance on exercises, ensuring proper form, safety, and technique throughout the session.
• Motivate and Inspire: Create a positive and motivating atmosphere, encouraging participants to achieve their fitness goals and work at their own intensity level.
• Ensure Safety: Monitor participants to prevent injuries, provide modifications, and ensure that exercises are performed safely.
• Engage with Members: Build strong relationships with participants, offer encouragement, and be accessible for questions before and after class.
• Maintain Professionalism: Demonstrate a professional appearance, punctuality, and a positive attitude while leading classes.
• Stay Informed: Stay up to date with fitness trends, industry standards, and community center offerings to better serve participants.
• Adhere to Policies: Follow the community center's policies, including emergency procedures, cancellation protocols, and other administrative tasks.
• Maintain Certification: Ensure that all necessary certifications, including CPR and group fitness, are kept current and compliant with industry standards.
• Assist with Facility Maintenance: Help maintain the cleanliness and safety of the fitness areas and equipment, reporting any maintenance issues promptly.

Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in exercise science or related field of study or 4-5 years of experience in the fitness industry preferred or any combination of education and experience.
• Must hold a current group exercise certification from one of the following groups: ACE, ACSM, NASM, NETA, or AFAA.
• CPR/AED certification
• Must have excellent communication skills. Must be able to build rapport and relationships with instructors and members.
• Must be enthusiastic and passionate about motivating and helping others enhance their professionalism through growth and development in the fitness industry.