Student - Fitness Instructor

Student - Fitness Instructor

Salary

$15.76 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Student

Job Number

FY2706267

Division

VP Student Affairs

Department

Recreation and Wellness

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

7/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Max Number of Applicants

65

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Student Class Schedule

License or Certification

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

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Position Announcement

Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading and delivering group fitness instruction ranging in variety and level from aerobic activity, muscular strength, stretch, dance, yoga or mind body disciplines. This includes developing and organizing choreography, movement sequencing and progression, cueing participants set up, safety, execution, and more. The Student Life & Wellness Center (SLWC) is seeking energetic Fitness Instructors. The instructor must be high energy, motivating, and a relationship builder who will help others reach their goals through exercise while having fun.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, welcoming and educational group fitness classes.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members, helps others connect with one another and to 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.

Must be a current UVU Student.

Preferred Qualifications

Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications or within one semester of hire date

Certified fitness instructor certification.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles.
• 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 in interpersonal communication and presenting, particularly with large groups.
• Skills in methods of promoting and increasing fitness in patrons.
• Organization and Time management skills.
• Ability to to multitask and independently time manage.
• Ability to teach the specified fitness class and cater to individual and group needs.
• Ability to facilitate a positive and inclusive 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.

Student positions are ineligible from the university's full-time employee benefits package and part-time offerings.

For more information on services offered to students, visit https://www.uvu.edu/studentlife/.

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Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu