Dynamic Aqua & Group Fitness Instructor

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary membership

Discounted family membership

Discounts on products and services

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater KC in Overland Park is seeking a part-time Group Fitness Instructor to lead Aqua Fitness and Aqua Aerobics. You’ll motivate members, teach multiple classes weekly, and help them reach fitness goals in a supportive environment.

With safety, enthusiasm, and professional presentation, you’ll maintain class spaces, promote programs, and substitute when needed. Certification and CPR/AED are required, as is ability to work with a diverse community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification in Aqua Fitness Instruction (AEA, WaterART, YMCA or equivalent).
• Prior experience teaching aquatic fitness or group exercise.
• Comfortable working with older adults, beginners, and diverse populations.
• CPR/AED certification maintained.
• Ability to perform exercises specific to the assigned class.
• Ability to display an enthusiastic, outgoing and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to teach multiple classes including back-to-back classes.
• Be available to substitute on an on-call basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective and fun workouts to members and participants.
• Develop positive relationships with class participants by teaching a variety of challenging and entertaining group fitness classes.
• Educate class participants on correct form and alternative moves during the fitness routine.
• Attentively listen to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes.
• Maintain safe and attractive group fitness room.
• Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while ensuring appropriate language.
• Promote The J’s promotions, programs, events, and services while specifically encouraging participation for Group Fitness classes.
• Begin and end classes on time.
• Project a professional image through dress and performance.

Skills

Aquatic fitness instruction

Group fitness instruction

CPR/AED Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Jewish Community Center of Greater KC in Overland Park is seeking a part-time Group Fitness Instructor to lead Aqua Fitness and Aqua Aerobics. You’ll motivate members, teach multiple classes weekly, and help them reach fitness goals in a supportive environment.

With safety, enthusiasm, and professional presentation, you’ll maintain class spaces, promote programs, and substitute when needed. Certification and CPR/AED are required, as is ability to work with a diverse community.