Fitness Instructor

City of Aurora, CO; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan

Transit access nearby

On-site fitness center

Career advancement programs

Innovation workspaces

Job summary

City of Aurora, CO is seeking an energetic Group Fitness Instructor to design and lead fitness classes for the recreation division. You will choreograph sessions, tailor programs for multiple levels, and ensure safe, engaging workouts for participants.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and CPR/AED certification, with at least one year of teaching fitness or personal training experience. This on-site role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; CPR/AED certification required.
• 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes or personal training.
• Ability to instruct and motivate diverse fitness participants.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and teach group exercise classes for the City of Aurora recreation division.
• Choreograph and plan exercise classes; develop programs for varying group sizes.
• Instruct and motivate participants with clear verbal cues and guidance.

Skills

Instruct and motivate

CPR/AED certification

Education

High School Diploma

Kinesiology or Sports Science degree preferred

Job description

JOB LOCATION

18150 E Vassar Pl Aurora, Colorado 80013 City of Aurora, Colorado

Why Work for Aurora?

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day

Diverse community

Competitive total compensation package

Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan

Light rail station minutes away

On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs

Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement

Access to innovation workspaces

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and teach group exercise classes for the City of Aurora’s recreation division.
• Responsible for choreography/planning of exercise classes.
• Develop exercise programs designed for a variety of levels in a small and/or large group setting.
• Keep effective communication during class with participants using verbal cues/corrections/guidance.
• Set up of equipment and music prior to class and breaking down/cleaning after class.
• Keep up with the new trends of fitness to implement in classes/programs.
• Modify exercise plans based on needs, potential injuries or health issues.
• Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely.
• Perform minor first aid and respond to emergencies if needed.
• Effectively motivate participants and clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: High School Diploma; degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science preferred.

Experience: At least 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes/personal training.

Knowledge: Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each client’s needs.

Ability to instruct and motivate people.

Abilities: Instruct and motivate group fitness participants.

Maintain a safe environment.

Excellent communication skills.

Teamwork.

Licenses and Certifications Required: Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor from accredited institution CPR/AED certification.

Working Conditions

Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands: Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds at a time Frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing May require frequent pushing, pulling, bending and stooping. Teaching of fitness classes as scheduled.

Work Environment: Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions.

Equipment Used: Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and menu driven databases as a part of the Library automated systems This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. Knowledge of fitness equipment and accessories.

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces
• Reduced medical benefits? No medical benefits
• Sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act

Salary and Hours

The hiring rate for this role is $26.00/hour. This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statements

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

The city of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States.

The city of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The city shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the city shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy.

The city of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Additional Information

Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303.739.7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012.