Group Fitness Director: Lead Programs & Inspire Instructors

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision

Virginia Retirement System

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach’s Parks and Recreation is seeking a Group Fitness Specialist who can design engaging classes, mentor part-time staff, and build vibrant programs across two recreation centers. The ideal candidate holds a current national group fitness certification (ACE/NASM), has leadership experience, and tracks program metrics to evolve offerings and boost community health.

This full-time role requires flexible schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends, and requires a

Qualifications

• Must hold a current national level Group Fitness Certification from ACE, NASM or comparable.
• 2 years of direct supervision of part-time employees including hiring, onboarding, mentoring and subbing/teaching group fitness classes.
• 2 years of experience as a Group Fitness Manager, Fitness Supervisor or Director.
• 2 years of experience developing group fitness programs for varying fitness levels.
• 2 years of experience tracking metrics for group fitness programs.

Responsibilities

• Instruct a minimum of five classes per week (up to ten) and fill in for instructors as needed.
• Lead and curate engaging, fresh group fitness programs across up to two recreation centers.
• Set policy, procedures and standards for all fitness programs including safety and customer service.
• Design, create and maintain monthly group fitness schedules.
• Assess programs and report data monthly; monitor industry trends.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate approximately 20 instructors.
• Maintain instructor certification records and support professional growth.
• Provide ongoing coaching and constructive feedback to staff.

Skills

Group fitness leadership

Certification ACE/NASM

Staff supervision

Program development

Data tracking

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation management

Job description

City of Virginia Beach’s Parks and Recreation is seeking a Group Fitness Specialist who can design engaging classes, mentor part-time staff, and build vibrant programs across two recreation centers. The ideal candidate holds a current national group fitness certification (ACE/NASM), has leadership experience, and tracks program metrics to evolve offerings and boost community health.

This full-time role requires flexible schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends, and requires a