Benefits:
Group Exercise Instructor - Yoga | Gold's Gym PNW Location: Kirkland, Washington, and Woodinville, Washington Type: Part-Time | Salary Range: $27-$30
The Group Exercise Instructor will safely lead members in a group environment through exercises designed to enhance their overall fitness, strength, and endurance. The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as an education resource for members on various aspects of fitness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Arrive at class location 10 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, introduce and orient new participants, and answer questions. A Group Exercise Instructor’s goal is to connect with participants and to have an overall sense of the group and individual’s fitness capabilities.
- Dress appropriately so participants can see proper form, alignment, and movement of the body, while remaining modest. Wear proper footwear as appropriate to the class format and throughout the club.
- Prepare appropriate music for class and refrain from using music with offensive language.
- Ensure all class and audio equipment function correctly.
- Introduce yourself and the format of the class.
- Identify any first-timers in the group and briefly gauge their fitness level in as private a manner as possible.
- Ensure verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music, and overall atmosphere are conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun.
- Continuously monitor participants to ensure all are using the correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels.
- Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants.
- Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and place.
- Make sure the room is ready for the next class to begin.
- Answer any questions or concerns participants may have.
- Solicit feedback from participants about the class.
- Ensure that class begins and ends promptly. If necessary, adjust the class flow to ensure adherence to the schedule.
- When teaching the last class of the day, follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Motivator Manager for the facility.
- Find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if a scheduled class cannot be fulfilled.
- Be dependable and consistent in class schedules; substitutions or cancellations are rare.
- Attend all required staff meetings as necessary.
- Ensure that clock-in/out recording procedures are followed correctly.
- Prepare any incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
- Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Knowledge of safe yoga 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.
- Certification required in the Group Exercise Instructor’s specific program(s).
- Current CPR certification and basic first aid training required.
- Physical demands include but are not limited to the ability to lift light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning, and kicking.