Active Lifestyle Fitness Instructor, Line Dancing

Child Care Aware; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunities

Job summary

Sportable Richmond Adaptive Sports and Recreation is seeking an Active Lifestyle Fitness Instructor specialized in line dancing for adults aged 50+. Lead accessible classes to improve strength, balance, and cardiovascular health in a safe, supportive group setting.

Responsibilities include designing routines, adapting steps for mobility levels, providing form feedback, and maintaining equipment and attendance.

Qualifications

• Certification in Group Fitness or Personal Training from an accredited organization.
• Specialized certifications such as Silver Sneakers, Warrior Roots, Yoga Alliance, SAIL.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification from an accredited provider.
• Passionate about Sportable’s mission.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead engaging line dancing routines and dynamic group fitness classes for adults 50+.
• Adapt and modify steps for individuals with physical limitations or varying fitness levels.
• Incorporate functional movement to support balance and ADLs.
• Educate participants on proper form, posture, and injury prevention techniques.
• Foster a positive, inclusive class environment that promotes community.
• Manage class logistics: music, choreography, equipment, and attendance.
• Maintain current certifications and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Line dancing instruction

Adult fitness programming

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Group Fitness or Personal Training Certification

CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Job description

Active Lifestyle Fitness Instructor, Line Dancing

Sportable creates opportunities and transforms the lives of individuals with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those requiring physical accommodations through sport, recreation, health, and wellness.

Overview: Sportable Richmond Adaptive Sports and Recreation is an adaptive sports, recreation, health, and wellness organization that aspires to be the best in the country at providing sporting and recreational opportunities to those with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those requiring physical accommodations.

Job Description: The Fitness Instructor designs and leads engaging, evidence-based exercise programs specifically for active older adults (ages 50+). This role is crucial in helping participants maintain or improve functional strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular health in a safe, supportive, and enjoyable group environment, directly contributing to their overall well-being. The primary focus of this position is leading fun, accessible line dancing classes tailored for older adults, with additional opportunities to instruct other group fitness formats (e.g., balance, light cardio, strength, or mobility) based on community interest and instructor expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Design and lead engaging line dancing routines and dynamic group fitness classes (e.g., balance, low-impact aerobics, strength training, chair yoga) specifically tailored to the physical needs, coordination, and goals of adults ages 50+.
• Skillfully adapt and modify dance steps and exercise movements for individuals with physical limitations, chronic conditions (e.g., arthritis, joint replacements), or varying fitness levels to ensure safety, balance, and inclusion.
• Incorporate functional movement patterns that support balance, cognitive health, and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Educate and provide individual feedback on proper form, posture, safe movement patterns, and essential injury prevention techniques.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and highly communicative class environment that promotes community building and social interaction among participants.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism while demonstrating enthusiasm, energy, patience, and empathy throughout all class sessions.
• Manage class logistics, including preparing appropriate music, choreography, necessary equipment, and attendance records.
• Maintain current industry certifications (see Qualifications) and adhere to all facility safety and operational protocols.

Common Class Formats:

• Low-Impact Aerobics: walking, light aerobics, cardio drumming or dance
• Low-Impact Strength and Conditioning: Bodyweight, resistance bands, or light dumbbells
• Balance & Flexibility: Tai Chi, balance drills, stretching, or yoga
• Chair-Based Classes: For those with limited mobility or balance concerns

Required Qualifications:

Qualifications and Skills:

• Primary Group Fitness or Personal Training Certification from an accredited organization
• Specialized Certifications approved by Active Lifestyle Director such as: Silver Sneakers, Warrior Roots, Yoga Alliance, SAIL, etc.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification from an accredited provider
• Passionate about Sportable’s mission
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong personal initiative and ability to work independently
• Strong work ethic and high degree of professionalism

$35.00 / hour

Sportable provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Programming

The Community Foundation for a greater Richmond
P.O. Box 49044
Baltimore, MD 21297-9044