Group Exercise Instructor

Power Wellness; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Power Wellness is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor for Delnor Health & Fitness Center in Geneva, Illinois. Join our team of full‑time and part‑time staff and lead engaging classes with safety and inclusion at the forefront.

Applicants should hold a group exercise instructor certification (NCCA preferred) and CPR/AED certification, with at least two years of experience teaching diverse formats. Pay ranges from $25 to $30 per hour and on-site hours vary.

Qualifications

• Group exercise instructor certification required.
• NCCA accredited certification preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of group class instruction experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach group exercise classes as scheduled with modifications for varying fitness levels.
• Ensure safety and proper form; maintain clean and organized class area.
• Record class participation and attendance data after each session.
• Keep certifications current and meet continuing education requirements.
• Be flexible with center hours and adapt to schedule changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Group Exercise Instructor Certification

CPR/AED Certification

NCCA accreditation preferred

Job description

Delnor Health & Fitness Center, 296 Randall Rd, Geneva, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Position Title: Group Exercise Instructor

Location: Delnor Health & Fitness Center

Pay Range: $25-$30/hour

Join our team of full time and part‑time staff at Delnor Health & Fitness Center. Our facility is managed by Power Wellness Management, a company that specializes in managing state‑of‑the‑art medically integrated health and fitness centers. Power Wellness is a medical fitness industry pioneer who improves the lives of clients with a unique and customized approach to medical fitness center development and management. Their turnkey method takes away the stress of the development and management process allowing clients to focus on other areas of their business.

Responsibilities

1. Teach Group Exercise classes as scheduled, providing modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels.
2. Understand contraindicated exercises providing a safe and effective approach to exercise.
3. Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
4. Ensure arrival time allows for proper set up so that class begins on time, ends on time and that area is cleaned up after class.
5. Report any equipment needs, or broken equipment needing repair to supervisor immediately following class.
6. Record participation numbers after every Group Exercise class.
7. Demonstrate accountability to schedule by avoiding missed classes and seek substitute instructors in advance.
8. Provide a fun and engaging experience for the participants.
9. Work towards meeting departmental and organizational goals.
10. The ability to be flexible and accommodating as it relates to centre hours and work schedules.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• A group exercise instructor certification required. Preferably an NCCA accredited certification.
• Nationally recognized NCCA Personal Trainer certification accepted for conducting strength and conditioning group fitness classes that are not licensed formats requiring a specific certification (Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Les Mills, MOSSA, BARRE, Aqua, Cycle, etc).
• Certification for some specialty group exercise class instruction is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in group class instruction, teaching a variety of styles, levels and population preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Must possess excellent inter‑personal and communication skills, and the ability to work with members in a positive, service based manner.
• Ability to multi‑task and maintain a controlled and professional demeanor.