Group Fitness Director: Build Legendary Programs

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave and Sick Leave

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is seeking a Group Fitness Specialist to lead and enhance our group fitness programs across two recreation centers. You will design engaging classes, schedule sessions, and mentor part-time instructors to elevate community wellness.

Ideal candidates hold a National Group Fitness Certification (ACE, NASM or equivalent) and have 2+ years supervising staff plus 2 years in group fitness management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, therapeutic recreation, exercise science, or related field.
• Or four years of equivalent education/experience.
• Current national Group Fitness Certification from ACE, NASM, or comparable (NCCA).

Responsibilities

• Instruct 5–10 group fitness classes weekly and cover for others as needed.
• Design, create and maintain monthly group fitness schedules.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate ~20 group fitness instructors.
• Maintain instructor certification records and provide opportunities for professional growth.
• Ensure safety, customer service, and program quality across all fitness offerings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, therapeutic recreation, exercise science, or related field

4 years of related experience (equivalent education/experience)

Job description

City of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is seeking a Group Fitness Specialist to lead and enhance our group fitness programs across two recreation centers. You will design engaging classes, schedule sessions, and mentor part-time instructors to elevate community wellness.

Ideal candidates hold a National Group Fitness Certification (ACE, NASM or equivalent) and have 2+ years supervising staff plus 2 years in group fitness management.