Group Exercise Instructor - MOCC

Asphalt Green; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Asphalt Green, at the Major Owens Health & Wellness Community Center in Brooklyn, seeks energetic, versatile group exercise instructors to lead HIIT, conditioning, cardio dance, Yoga and older adult classes. Must engage diverse members with varied abilities and foster a welcoming environment.

Instructors plan classes, set up equipment, and demonstrate movements safely, adapting to different ages and fitness levels while using a microphone when needed.

Qualifications

• Current fitness certification from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., AFAA, ACE, NCSF; Zumba/Yoga certs welcome).
• Valid CPR/AED certification is required.
• Experience teaching group fitness; Zumba, Yoga or older adult classes preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a participant-centered approach.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to plan well-structured classes.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging group exercise classes per the scheduled format.
• Plan class structure, music, equipment, and progressions for high-quality sessions.
• Modi fy exercises for varied ages, abilities, and fitness levels.
• Teach with proper form using equipment like dumbbells when applicable.
• Provide clear, concise cues to correct movement and prevent injuries.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive class environment and engage participants.
• Setup, break down, and organize equipment as needed.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Public speaking / mic use

Adaptability

Education

Fitness certification

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Dumbbells

Microphone usage

Job description

The Major Owens Health & Wellness Community Center (MOHWCC), powered by Asphalt Green, is located in Brooklyn’s vibrant Crown Heights neighborhood. Asphalt Green is seeking energetic, versatile, and experienced Group Exercise Instructors to join our team at the Major Owens Health & Wellness Community Center.

We are looking for instructors who can confidently lead a variety of class formats, including, but not limited to: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), total body conditioning classes, Zumba or cardio dance, Yoga, and older adult fitness classes. Our diverse member base requires instructors who are experienced across multiple genres and teaching styles and who can effectively engage participants of varying ages, abilities, and fitness levels.

This role is ideal for instructors who are passionate about community engagement, adaptable programming, and creating a welcoming, motivating group exercise environment.

Responsibilities

Instructors are expected to:

• Lead safe, effective, and engaging group exercise classes that align with the scheduled format.
• Arrive prepared and organized for each class, including planning class structure, music, equipment setup, and progressions to ensure high-quality sessions.
• Modify exercises appropriately to accommodate different ages, abilities, and fitness levels.
• Teach confidently in a group setting using dumbbells and other functional training equipment, when applicable.
• Demonstrate all movements clearly and safely and provide consistent, positive, and constructive feedback to support proper movement and injury prevention.
• Quickly identify movement inefficiencies and correct form using clear, concise cues (typically within 1–2 cues).
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and encouraging class environment.
• Comfortably instruct while using a microphone (or be willing to do so).
• Assist with class setup, breakdown, and equipment organization as needed.

Schedule Requirements

• Weekday early mornings: 6:30 am – 9 am
• Daytime: 11a – 2 pm
• Evenings: 4 pm - 7pm

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to run, jump, bend, balance, walk, and perform upper- and lower-body weight-bearing movements.

Qualifications

• Current fitness certification from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., AFAA, ACE, NCSF, or certification specific to external licensing: i.e.: Zumba and Yoga certification).
• Valid CPR/AED certification (required).
• Experience teaching group fitness classes; with a focus on Zumba, yoga, and/or older adult populations strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a participant-centered coaching approach.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and execute well-structured classes.