Group Exercise Instructor Yoga

Gold's Gym - East Tennessee LLC; Crofton (KY); On-site; USD 284 - 404; Part time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead members through exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance. The role involves pre-class preparation and ensuring participant safety while creating a motivational environment. Qualifications include a group fitness certification, CPR certification, and at least six months of teaching experience. The compensation is $0.25 per hour, and the position is available in Crofton, Kentucky.

Qualifications

• At least six months of teaching experience in a group exercise format.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Ability to perform a variety of exercise routines.

Responsibilities

• Lead members through exercises designed to enhance fitness, strength, and endurance.
• Ensure safety and educate members on fitness.
• Create a motivational environment for participants.

Skills

Safe exercise technique

Positive interpersonal communication

Ability to troubleshoot audio equipment

Education

Group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, or ACSM

Current CPR certification and basic first aid training

Job description

The Group Exercise Instructor will lead members, in a group environment, through a pre‑arranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength and endurance, while ensuring that the safety of the members is not compromised. The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.

Major Responsibilities

Pre‑Class Preparation

Arrive at the class location 10 to 15 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, answer questions, inquire about their fitness progress, and introduce and orient new participants. Group Exercise Instructors should know their participants on an individual basis and have a good sense of their fitness capabilities.

Clothing should be appropriate fitness attire that does not prohibit participants from seeing proper form, alignment, and movement of the body. However, clothing should not be revealing in an inappropriate manner. When possible, Group Exercise Instructors should wear Gold’s Gym branded attire. Proper footwear should be worn at all times.

Prepare appropriate music for class. If using multiple tapes, ensure everything is rewound and ready to play when needed. Refrain from using music with offensive language.

Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly and have microphones ready.

During Class Responsibilities

• Introduce yourself and the format of the class.
• Inquire if there are any “first‑timers” in the group and, if so, assess their fitness level in as private a manner as possible.
• Make sure all verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music, and overall atmosphere are conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun.
• Continually monitor participants to ensure they are using correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants.

After Class Responsibilities

• Remove all music and return the microphone to its proper place.
• Make sure the room is in order for the next class to begin.
• Answer any questions/concerns participants may have.
• Solicit feedback from participants about the class.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure the class begins and ends promptly. Make adjustments to the flow of the class to maintain the schedule.
• If the instructor is teaching the last class of the day, follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Director.
• If the instructor cannot fulfill a scheduled class, find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Director if a substitute cannot be found.
• Be dependable and consistent with class schedules. Make arrangements so that substitutes or cancellations are rare.
• Attend all required staff meetings as necessary.
• Ensure proper time‑recording procedures are followed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Prepare any incident or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
• Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible.

Qualifications & Requirements

• At least six months of teaching experience in a group exercise format.
• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Ability to perform a variety of exercise routines.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.
• Instructors with specialized skills such as Yoga, Pilates, Body Pump, Body Attack, etc. must provide verifiable proof of education.
• Group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, or ACSM.
• Current CPR certification and basic first aid training.
• Physical demands include, but are not limited to, the ability to lift light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning, and kicking.

Compensation

$0.25 per hour

Gold’s Gym has been a leading fitness brand since 1965, evolving from a small Venice Beach gym to a global company with over 600 locations worldwide. Our culture values reliability, entrepreneurship, and collaborative enthusiasm.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application!