Group Fitness Instructor

EmCentrix, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitness Evolution in Washington is seeking a dynamic Group Exercise Instructor to lead energetic, upbeat classes, cue effectively with music, and maintain safety and form. You will greet members, arrive early, and stay after class to assist and answer questions.

We value excellent customer service, reliability, and the ability to promote health programs while keeping equipment in good condition. CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with teaching fitness classes.
• Willingness to learn the student’s names.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.
• Experienced with health club operations.
• Cheerful, friendly, professional and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate participants in each class.
• Greet members by name and answer questions after class.
• Arrive early, instruct confidently, and stay after class to assist.
• Promote health and fitness programs during classes.
• Attend scheduled meetings and stay certified.
• Ensure safety guidelines and proper class intensity.
• Maintain equipment and studio environment.

Skills

Teaching fitness classes

Student name familiarity

Friendly and professional

Highly motivated

Health club operations

Customer service skills

Strong work ethic

Education

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary:

Mission Statement: Fitness Evolution believes that everyone should be able to improve their health without breaking the bank. We pride ourselves on being a low-cost and no long-term- contract gym that offers our members state-of-the-art facilities. At Fitness Evolution, we have built a meaningful community so that all our members can always feel comfortable. Our staff and highly educated trainers are always willing to provide a helping hand so that our members can achieve their fitness goals. We want our members to feel like it’s a home away from home.

Job Summary

The Group Exercise Instructors must demonstrate their ability to conduct energetic, upbeat, and motivating professional fitness classes as listed on the class schedule at Fitness Evolution. Excellent knowledge of cueing techniques and the use of music to underscore the most effective movements is a must. Work in compliance with a 32-count phase, appropriate pitch, upbeat/downbeat, etc.

Primary Position Duties:

• Be inspirational and goal-oriented.
• Greet each member by name.
• Arrive early to class, dressed appropriately, and stay after class to answer participant’s questions.
• Circulate around the exercise area while instructing.
• Actively seek member and guest needs and concerns, using this information to provide appropriate motivation.
• Develop relationships with members and encourage the success of their personal fitness goals to strengthen the bond with Fitness Evolution.
• Assist in promoting other health and fitness-related programs in each class.
• Attend all scheduled meetings and training workshops.
• Stay current with required certifications at all times.
• Follow Dress Code
• Be ready and willing to teach all classes to which you’ve been assigned. If you are unable to teach, notify the Group Exercise Leader immediately and assist with finding a substitute.
• Ensure class intensity is appropriate and that safety guidelines are being followed.
• Maintain awareness of Fitness Evolution services, products, daily promotions, and programs.
• Ensure that classes are taught in a climate-appropriate atmosphere.
• Ensure that music is appropriate for classes and age groups. Monitor the volume accordingly. 16. Introduce yourself before each class and identify the class being taught. Read any welcome messages or announcement as instructed by the Group Exercise Leader.
• Always begin class on time.
• In case of emergency, notify the Group Exercise Leader or a Fitness Evolution Manager immediately.
• Maintain a working knowledge of how to use all equipment in the studio.
• Maintain class equipment properly and return it to the proper location.
• Use the microphone at the proper volume for all classes.
• Maintain class equipment properly and return it to the proper location.
• Be on time for your shift.

Position Requirements:

Required Certifications: CPR and any required current certifications

Preferred Physical attributes: Excellent physical health and fitness. Must be able to lift up-to 100 pounds.

Education or Skills:

• Proven experience with teaching fitness classes
• Willingness to learn the student’s names
• Cheerful, friendly, even-tempered, and professional
• Highly motivated
• Experienced with Health Club operations
• Excellent Customer Services Skills
• Strong work ethic and integrity