Fitness Specialist

Aquila; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and Disability coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursements

Performance bonuses

401k with company match

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Aquila's Fitness Specialist role is on-site in Atlanta, GA. You will assist members with safe and effective exercise and perform a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in the health/fitness center.

The position pays $22.84/hour, Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity with benefits and an emphasis on member education and program delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or related health/fitness field required.
• Active national fitness certification accredited by NCCA (ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Active CPR certification required.
• 0–1 year experience in supervising adults during exercises.

Responsibilities

• Teach group fitness classes.
• Conduct personal training sessions.
• Supervise exercise areas and educate members on safe techniques.
• Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise per ACSM guidelines.
• Conduct cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition assessments; evaluate data and identify high risk participants.
• Assist members with spotting and equipment usage; explain equipment.

Skills

Communication

CPR certified

Group fitness supervision

Education

B.S. in Exercise Physiology or related field

Job description

Position Title:

Fitness Specialist

About The Organization:

Inspire others and change lives through your energy and passion for fitness and well-being. Make a transformational impact on people's health engagement. Join our group of entrepreneurial professionals and become part of a fun and winning team! Aquila is an award-winning on-site health and fitness management company which was recognized as one of the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private U.S. companies. For over two decades, Aquila has been providing innovating programming and results-oriented fitness and wellness management to Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and private corporate establishments.

EOE Statement:

Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone]

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Description:

Aquila's Fitness Specialist assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. This position is an on-site position located in Atlanta, GA. The pay rate for this position is $22.84/hour. The work week is Monday-Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 work hours a week.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and Disability coverage
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education reimbursements
• Performance bonuses
• Commuter pre-tax benefits
• Fitness retailers discount programs
• 401k plan with company match
• Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

At Aquila, we want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach group fitness classes
• Conduct personal training sessions
• Supervise exercise areas
• Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques
• Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
• Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
• Aid members - spotting and equipment usage
• Explain all equipment
• Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
• Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
• Adhere to client’s policies and procedures
• Attend staff meetings
• Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
• Perform daily administrative duties

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Exercise Physiology or in related health/fitness field, andNational fitness certification accredited by NCCA (ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA) - can be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Active CPR certification
• 0-1 year experience in supervising adults during exercises

Skills required:

• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of fitness training principles
• Customer service oriented
• Organized
• Punctual
• Dependable
• Knowledgeable
• Creative
• Maintain a desire for continual improvement

All candidates must be able to complete a federal security clearance background check.

Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Requirements:

• B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or in related health/fitness field
• Active NCCA accredited national fitness certification (ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NCSF, NSCA or other NCCA accredited certification)
• Active CPR certification
• 0-1 year experience in supervising adults during exercises
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of fitness training principles
• Customer service oriented
• Organized
• Motivating, confident, and enthusiastic Positive attitude
• Punctual
• Dependable
• Knowledgeable
• Creative
• Maintain a desire for continual improvement
• All candidates must be able to complete a background check.

Shift:

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