Aqua Fitness Instructor

Almaden Valley Athletic Club; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Almaden Valley Athletic Club in San Jose, CA is seeking an Aqua Fitness Instructor to plan and lead safe, engaging water-based fitness classes for members of varying ages and abilities. The role is full-time, on-site with morning, evening, and weekend shifts as needed.

You will design class formats, demonstrate exercises in the pool, and ensure excellent member service. CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required or can be obtained, with preferred credentials in group fitness or aquatic

Qualifications

• Strong group exercise and aqua fitness instruction experience with safe class management.
• Background in personal training and fitness-industry practices; knowledge of exercise science and program design.
• Customer service oriented with clear communication and member-relations skills.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within timeframe).
• Preferred certifications in group fitness or aquatic exercise (AFAA, ACE, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead safe, engaging water-based fitness classes for varied ages and abilities.
• Design class formats and demonstrate exercises in the pool.
• Monitor participant safety and adapt workouts to different fitness levels.
• Provide clear instruction, motivating coaching, and excellent member service.
• Answer questions and offer basic fitness guidance related to aquatic exercise.

Skills

Group Exercise

Aqua Fitness Instruction

Personal Training

Customer Service

CPR/AED & First Aid

Group Fitness Certifications

Pool Environment

Interpersonal Skills

Health Club Experience

Job description

Company Description

Almaden Valley Athletic Club (AVAC) has been a family-focused fitness destination in San Jose since 1976, continually enhancing its facilities, programs, and services to match members’ evolving lifestyles. The five-acre campus features extensive indoor and outdoor fitness areas, full-service locker rooms, and a wide range of aquatic amenities including an outdoor 25-yard Jr. Olympic pool, children’s wading pool, spas, and the Open Aire Swim School. Members enjoy championship tennis courts, pickleball, and more than 50 on-site and virtual classes each week. Additional on-site offerings such as a café with beer and wine, child care, and kids camps create a welcoming, community-oriented environment.

Role Description

The Aqua Fitness Instructor is responsible for planning and leading safe, engaging water-based fitness classes for members of varying ages and abilities. Day-to-day duties include designing class formats, demonstrating exercises in the pool, monitoring participant safety, and adapting workouts to different fitness levels. The instructor will provide clear instruction, motivating coaching, and excellent member service before, during, and after classes, including answering questions and offering basic fitness guidance related to aquatic exercise. This is a full-time, on-site role based at Almaden Valley Athletic Club in San Jose, CA, and may include early morning, evening, and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Group Exercise and Aqua Fitness Instruction, with experience leading safe, structured classes.
• Background in Personal Training and Fitness Industry practices, with an understanding of exercise science and program design.
• Demonstrated Customer Service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, build rapport, and respond to member needs.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe).
• Preferred certifications in group fitness or aquatic exercise (e.g., AFAA, ACE, or similar).
• Ability to work on-site in a pool environment, including comfort in the water and capability to demonstrate exercises.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with fellow instructors and club staff.
• Prior experience in a health club, community center, or similar fitness setting is a plus.