Fitness Instructor

Mesa Rim Climbing Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Mesa Rim Climbing Centers in San Diego is seeking a part-time Fitness Instructor to lead engaging morning group classes and support climbers in their training journeys.

You will develop curricula, ensure equipment readiness, and promote Mesa Rim programs while delivering exceptional customer service in a punctual, organized manner. The role requires 18+, HS diploma, First Aid/CPR, and climbing experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a compatible match with Mesa Rim Climbing Centers culture.
• Must be able to seek and accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional manner.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team player.
• Must have drive to grow professionally.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification required.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles.
• Minimum one year climbing experience.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to motivate others.
• Ability to problem solve using sound judgment and stay organized.
• Must pass criminal and sex offender background check if working with youth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging group fitness classes that support climbing training.
• Develop curricula and ensure classes meet program needs.
• Monitor equipment levels and inform supervisor of shortfalls.
• Motivate participants and encourage progress.
• Promote Mesa Rim programs and resources (climbing, yoga, private instruction, pro-shop gear).
• Demonstrate professional behavior and provide excellent customer service; be on time and prepared.
• Support department growth by proposing feasible new projects and presenting to supervisor.
• Uphold Mesa Rim Core Values as a cultural example and hold others accountable to them.
• Promote safety in classes and assess fitness levels for appropriate alternatives.
• Inspect fitness areas for hazards and report recurring issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Hours vary with business needs; minimums may apply at each location.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Anatomy & Kinesiology

Climbing experience

Customer service

Team player

Problem solving

Professional conduct

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Availability Needs: Tuesday/ Thursday mornings (6:15-7:15am)

Fitness Instructor Job Description

Title: Fitness Instructor

Reports To: Yoga & Fitness Supervisor

Department: Fitness/Coaching

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Part-Time Hourly

The Why:

Mesa Rim’s vision is to improve the quality of life of our community. We believe that climbing can be transformative and we seek to inspire lifelong climbers who connect with themselves and others. Fitness Instructors bring this to life by leading engaging and encouraging group fitness classes that support the community in their climbing journey.

The How:

As a Fitness Instructor, you are passionate about fitness and health and motivating others. You know the importance of building community and cultivate an encouraging class environment. You apply your fitness experience and expertise to develop and deliver engaging classes and support the participants’ growth. As a Fitness Instructor, you are organized, reliable, and consistently demonstrate professionalism.

The What:

Fitness Instructors are responsible for planning and leading engaging group fitness classes that support the Mesa Rim Climbing Community.

• Develop curricula and lead engaging fitness classes that support climbing training
• Ensure equipment levels meet program needs and inform supervisor of any shortfalls
• Motivate participants and encourage progress
• Provide information about complementary or related Mesa Rim programs and resources (climbing, yoga, private instruction, pro-shop gear, setting info, youth programs, Climbing Training Center, etc.)
• Demonstrate professional behavior and excellent customer service at all times, paying special attention to being on time and prepared for all classes
• Support development of the department by initiating new projects, proposing feasibility, and presenting to supervisor
• Serve as Mesa Rim cultural example, consistently demonstrating and holding others accountable to Mesa Rim Core Values
• Consistently promote safety within classes
  • Demonstrate correct usage of fitness equipment, provide alternatives for varying fitness levels, and monitor misuse
  • Inspect fitness area, clear area of hazards, and inform supervisor of any recurring hazards

Other work-related duties as assigned

Hours vary and minimums may be required according to the needs of business operations at each location

Must-Haves:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be a compatible match with the Mesa Rim Climbing Center culture
• Must have ability to seek and accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional manner
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team player
• Must have a drive to grow professionally
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification required
• Must have working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles
• Must have at least one year climbing experience
• Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to motivate others
• Must be able to independently problem solve using sound judgment
• Must be able to work in an organized and transparent manner
• Must pass criminal and sex offender background check if working with youth

Nice-to-Haves:

• Group Fitness or Personal Training Certification (ACE, AFAA, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• At least one year experience teaching group fitness classes strongly preferred
• Yoga practice experience preferred

Get Stoked For Access To:

• Being part of an amazing team and company culture that focuses on personal and professional growth, authentic communication, and genuine care for one another
• Mesa Rim membership, access to Mesa Rim classes, pro-deals, and Pro Shop discounts
• Access to professional development opportunities and an Employee Assistance Program

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit in a chair; utilize manual dexterity to handle or feel; use both hands at the same time; reach with hands and arms; reach overhead with arms; walk on hard/soft and even/uneven surfaces; use a computer; talk, yell and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk up and down stairs, and grip with hands. The employee is occasionally required to balance, climb, sit in a harness, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 5 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be physically fit and have the endurance to complete workouts led.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to loud noise, airborne particles, dry conditions (non-weather), falling objects, trip hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of moving mechanical parts, mechanical burn and bodily fluid.

San Diego Fitness Instructor Pay Range $30 - $59.50 / hour