Body Pump Fitness Instructor

Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District is looking for a dedicated Fitness Instructor to lead various group fitness classes. This part-time position requires instruction under the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor's guidance, ensuring classes are engaging and safe.

Ideal candidates will be CPR/AED certified and possess a group fitness certification. The role emphasizes customer service and teamwork while encouraging member participation in wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Candidates over 18 must pass a background check prior to employment.
• Must be CPR/AED and First Aid Certified within 60 days of hire.
• Have and maintain a group fitness/exercise certification through a nationally accredited organization.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and lead group fitness classes.
• Maintain and encourage participation in fitness programs.
• Communicate openly with participants and enforce facility policies.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Professionalism

Written and oral communication

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid Certified

Group fitness/exercise certification

Tools

Fitness equipment

Audio equipment

Job description

Shift: Various hours and days including nights, weekends, and holidays

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Range- $20-$26 Hourly

What You'll Be Doing

Under general supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, the Fitness Instructor is responsible for preparation and planning of fitness classes. Instructs various levels and types of group fitness classes and provides information relevant to proper use of equipment, class structure and member wellness.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Have a strong understanding of, and alignment with the District's Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service.
• Instruct and lead group fitness classes under the direction and guidance of the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor.
• Maintains interest and participation in Recreation District fitness and wellness programs by conducting classes that are fun, safe and innovative.
• Maintains applicable education to maintain certifications. Certifications must be renewed prior to certification expiration dates.
• Encourages member recruitment and participation by educating prospective and current members about classes and upcoming events.
• Works closely with the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator to introduce new and exciting class options to participants.
• Is respectful of customer diversity and abilities.
• Dresses in a professional manner. No short‑shorts or sports bras. Mid‑section must be covered.
• Uses practical and current knowledge and skills to guide and teach participants in fitness settings.
• Communicates and enforces facility and class policies and procedures. Communicates openly and effectively with supervisors, co‑workers, staff, participants, parents, volunteers, and other community members.
• Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants and/or parents to answer questions and resolve problems.
• Must be able to maintain a calm composure when working with angry or upset customers.
• Reports any issues or concerns to the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator.
• Responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute for classes upon their absence.
• Help maintain all fitness equipment, not limited to group fitness. Includes stereo and microphone.
• Identify and/or recommend maintenance, improvement, or repair of facility equipment, property, and operational procedures to ensure safety, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility.
• Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to help prevent accidents.
• Perform additional assigned duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates over 18 must pass a background check prior to employment.
• Must be CPR/AED and First Aid Certified within 60 days of hire.
• Have and maintain a group fitness/exercise certification through ISSA, ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM or a similar nationally accredited organization.
• Possess certification or become certified to instruct SilverSneakers, Yoga RYT, Pilates, Zumba, Cycling, Les Mills programming to include BODYPUMP, COMBAT and/or CORE.

Core Competencies

• Problem solving
• Customer service
• Written and oral communication
• Managing people
• Initiative
• Professionalism
• Punctuality
• Safety
• Teamwork
• Planning/organizing
• Interpersonal skills

Physical Demands, Job Location and Equipment Utilized

The noise level in the environment is moderate to loud. May require indoor and outdoor activities and exposure to the elements. Occasional travel by automobile is required to attend professional meetings and workshops or to reach a recreation activity site located away from the Recreation Center or The Studio. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands to hold, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires a high level of physical ability including standing for long periods, bending, reaching, lifting, jumping, walking, stretching, etc. Works with various fitness equipment such as weights, spin bikes, fitness balls, mats, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.

Reasonable Accommodation

Carbon Valley Parks & Recreation District will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the District.