Group Exercise Instructor

The Jewish Community Center; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness membership

Job summary

The St. Louis Jewish Community Center (the J) is seeking part-time group exercise instructors for evening classes at the Chesterfield Gym and Fitness Center. Positions include HIIT, strength, Tabata, cardio kickboxing, and TRX, with eligibility for a fitness membership.

Responsibilities include delivering safe, engaging programs, ensuring patron safety, and promoting fitness services while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current nationally recognized certification for the format you teach required.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification required; training provided if necessary.
• Six months of teaching experience preferred.
• Strong listening and oral communication skills.
• Ability to guide participants safely and adapt programs to different fitness levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary and professional service to our members while ensuring safety and well-being.
• Develop and administer safe, engaging group exercise programs approved by the J.
• Promote group exercise, personal training, and fitness programs to meet members’ needs.
• Be punctual, prepared to start classes on time, and model professional conduct.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized group exercise studio and equipment.
• Enter time accurately in Paycom and attend mandatory trainings.

Skills

Teaching fitness classes

Communication skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Job description

The St. Louis Jewish Community Center (the J) has been providing excellent health and cultural experiences for the entire community for over 140 years. Members and program participants enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities and programs, arts, and sports experiences. Employees enjoy a large range of benefits including a complimentary membership! The J’s culture is warm and inclusive to all, employees are safe being who they are at work. Be a part of this amazing team and community.The J is looking for instructors to teach evening group exercise classes such as High Intensity Interval Training, Strength, and Conditioning, Tabata, Cardio Kickboxing, and TRX. This is a part-time position at our Chesterfield Gym and Fitness Center and eligible for a fitness membership.Responsibilities:Provide exemplary and professional service to our members while providing for their safety and well-being. Provide a welcoming and inviting experience, free of any business disruptions.Develop and administer safe, engaging, and effective group exercise programs, which have been approved by the J and/or the approved national fitness certification agencies. Must be capable of altering programs as needed to meet the needs and safety concerns of patrons.Correct ineffective and incorrect techniques when observed or asked.Promote group exercise, personal training, fitness programs, aquatics or other programs pertinent to our members’ needs. Present the benefits of group exercise to all members and demonstrate the value of the program. Be aware of and able to offer current Fitness specials/promotions and be aware of programs offered across the J.Be punctual and prepared to start classes on time.Serve as a role model and leader to patrons, maintaining a positive demeanor at all times and upholding the policies of the J.Assist in maintaining a neat, organized and clean group exercise studio. Ensure all equipment is returned to its proper place after class; turn off stereo and wireless microphone. Lock all doors, closets, and equipment shelves when classes are not in session.Notify Group Exercise Managers about any equipment in need of repair or in need of replacement.Learn and be knowledgeable about J policies, procedures, programs, and equipment offered through the J. Follow and enforce J rules and policies.Enter time accurately in Paycom.Attend all mandatory meetings and in-house training.Continue to develop further knowledge in health and fitness, including but not limited to, the training provided by the J.Assist in Fitness Center promotions where applicable.Other duties as assigned by supervision.Qualifications:High School diploma or GED is required.Current nationally recognized certification for format you are applying to teach is required.Current CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification. Training will be provided if necessary.Six months prior teaching experience is preferred.Must be physically able to teach classes (demonstrate techniques and lead the group through the program)Strong listening and oral communication skills.Exhibit leadership skills in an outgoing, professional manner.Must demonstrate a desire to improve the health and fitness of our patrons through safe and effective exercise leadership.Demonstrated ability to establish networks and effective interpersonal relationships.Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals.Basic skills with Microsoft Office Suite are required (Outlook, Word, Excel) and demonstrated ability to learn new software programs are required for the position. Training on how to use, software program for membership management, will be provided.