Group Exercise Instructor - Weekend Schedule

cityoffishers; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Community Center membership

Job summary

The City of Fishers is seeking certified Group Exercise Fitness Instructors to lead weekend classes like Body Balance, High Fitness, and Total Body. Instructors ensure safe, engaging sessions and maintain attendance while setting up equipment and delivering great service in a welcoming community center.

Role requires interaction with participants, adherence to center policies, and the ability to obtain national group fitness and CPR/First Aid certifications within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of a high school diploma.
• Available to work weekends.
• 1+ years of experience leading group exercise.
• Ability to provide high level of customer service to diverse customers in person, online and by phone.
• Ability to obtain a nationally recognized group exercise certification within 60 days.
• Must have CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group exercise sessions for diverse clients on weekends.
• Record and maintain attendance.
• Set up and tear down equipment and space before and after classes.
• Begin and end class on time and answer participant questions.
• Maintain a safe environment by following city policies and keeping area clean.
• Enforce safety guidelines and report maintenance issues.
• Act as a first responder and provide first aid/CPR as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to participants and staff.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Group fitness leadership

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Title: Group Exercise Instructor - Weekend Schedule
Status: Supplemental
Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00

Description

The City of Fishers is seeking enthusiastic, knowledgeable, experienced, and certified Group Exercise Fitness Instructors with experience and availability to teach Body Balance, High Fitness, Total Body or other weekend fitness classes. This role provides safe and effective group fitness instruction while promoting a commitment to healthier lifestyles and upholding the mission of the Fishers Community Center. Work is performed within established policies, procedures, and goals.

Examples of Duties

• Plan and lead group exercise sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas to a wide range of clientele. Tailor sessions to participant ability/physical limitations and focus on helping participants achieve their health and wellness goals.
• Record and maintain attendance records.
• Complete set-up and tear-down of equipment and activity space prior to and after participant occupancy.
• Begin and end class on time, remain after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed, and clean up supplies.
• Provide a safe environment for participants, staff, and volunteers by strictly adhering to all City of Fishers policies and procedures and maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of the workspace and equipment.
• Enforce all safety guidelines, conduct regular inspections, and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Act as a first responder in the event of an emergency, providing immediate assistance, administering first aid or CPR as needed, and following proper emergency protocols to ensure member and staff safety.
• Provide excellent customer service to all patrons and staff.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of a high school diploma.
• Must be available to work weekends.
• One (1) or more years of experience leading group exercise.
• Requires the ability to effectively provide a high level of customer service to diverse internal and external customers both in-person, online, and over the telephone.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and background noises.
• Must have the ability to obtain a nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (e.g. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE) and/or Group Exercise Certification (e.g. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE, Les Mills, Zumba, Mad Dogg Athletics, or other accredited organizations) within the first 60 days.
• Must have an Adult CPR/AED, First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within the first 60 days.

Working at the Community Center

Be a part of history in the City of Fishers! Opened in October 2025, the 105,000sq. ft. Fishers Community Center offers free amenities to the community including a walking track, large indoor playground, and access to Sahm’s Community Café. It also has a paid membership model that allows access to 2 indoor pools (including a 2-story waterslide), 3 athletic gyms, a large fitness floor, 2 group exercise studios, 1 cycle studio, childcare, and much more. The Community Center will also feature a 3-acre Dog Park located on the campus. Explore our landing page and learn more: https://www.thisisfishers.com/fishers-community-center-at-johnson-farm/. Help us build and strengthen our culture of health by making this vibrant destination the epicenter of community in our City of Fishers. This position will receive a free Community Center membership.