Group Fitness Instructor

UAH College of Business; Alabama; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

UAH College of Business in Alabama is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to provide quality fitness instruction for University Fitness Center members. Responsibilities include preparing class materials, guiding participants, and ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Candidates must hold a high school education, acquire relevant certifications, and have a working knowledge of fitness center policies. The position offers $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, dependent on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be able to attain a certification in Group Exercise Instruction within 1 year of hire.
• Required to acquire CPR, first aid, and AED certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality fitness instruction to members at the University Fitness Center.
• Prepare materials and equipment for class offerings.
• Ensure safe and appropriate teaching methods.

Skills

Group Exercise Instruction

CPR and First Aid Certification

Communication Skills

Inclusive Environment Facilitation

Education

High school education or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or Kinesiology

Job description

Overview

Apply now Job no: 502974

Department: Dean of Students

Work type: Staff Hourly On-Call Non-Exempt

Location: Alabama

Categories: Athletics & Fitness

Purpose

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for providing appropriate group exercise and quality fitness instruction for University Fitness Center members, to include students, faculty, staff, community members, and participants.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expertise in appropriate group exercise and quality fitness instruction for University Fitness Center members, to include students, faculty, staff, community members, and participants
• Prepare materials, equipment and location for class offerings
• Provide guidance and support to class participants both individually and corporately
• Conduct an assessment of class participation and satisfaction
• Ensure teaching methods and modalities are accepted as safe and appropriate by University Recreation
• Exercise sound independent judgement and employ reasoning skills
• Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants
• Arrive promptly for class and provide instruction for the entire advertised class time period

Minimum Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• 0-8+ years of full-time verifiable related work experience
• Must be certified or be able to attain a certification in some form of Group Exercise Instruction within 1 year of time of hire
• OR be enrolled in the In-House CPT/ GE certification Course at UAH Recreation
• Must be able to acquire a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within 6 months of time of hire
• Working knowledge of program activities and the ability to adhere to and enforce University Fitness Center policies and procedures is required

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a Sports & Facilities Management or Kinesiology preferred
• Willingness to seek additional training or certifications as needed to enhance leadership and instruction is desired
• Additional training or certification in a fitness-related field is preferred
• Have multiple certifications or be able to teach multiple formats

Published Salary

(if Available) $20.00 - $30.00 (FTE=$41,600 - $62,400)

Advertised

Advertised: Oct 29 2025 Central Daylight Time

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