Group Fitness Instructor

Woodside Kc; Westwood (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodside Racquet Club Management in Westwood, KS is seeking a part-time Group Fitness Instructor to lead assigned classes. Under the guidance of the Director of Group Fitness, you will prepare formats, select music, provide progressions, and promote member engagement.

Requirements include CPR/AED, national group fitness accreditation (ACE/AFAA/NASM/ISCA), an associate’s degree in a related field, and at least one year teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Fitness-oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to reason and solve problems without precedent

Responsibilities

• Prepares class formats in advance, including movement selection and memorization of routines.
• Selects appropriate music that aligns with the class format and enhances the class experience.
• Provides regressions and progressions based on participant needs or physical limitations.
• Ensures all classes begin and end on time.
• Adheres to class descriptions and adjusts intensity levels for safety and effectiveness.
• Maintains schedule consistency and minimizes substitutions to provide stability for members.

Skills

Fitness oriented

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in health or fitness

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Woodside Racquet Club Management - Westwood, KS 66205
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Any

Under the guidance of the Director of Group Fitness, and the direction of the Group Fitness Manager, the Group Fitness Instructor ("GFI") is responsible for the preparation and instruction of assigned group exercise classes within Woodside protocols. The GFI must be passionate, self‑motivated, effective and a team player who emphasizes member service, program retention and club promotion. This individual must be an example of health and fitness and be professional in appearance. The GFI must work to motivate members to participate in classes that may include but are not limited to the following formats: low impact, aquatic, barre, boxing, strength and conditioning, dance, flexibility, high intensity, indoor cycling, Mat Pilates, running, rowing and yoga.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepares class formats in advance, including appropriate movement selection and full memorization of routines.
• Selects appropriate music that aligns with the class format and enhances the overall class experience.
• Provides proper regressions and progressions based on individual participant needs or physical limitations.
• Ensures all classes begin and end on time.
• Adheres to the published class description and adjusts intensity levels as needed; instructs participants on maintaining safe and effective exertion levels.
• Maintains schedule consistency and minimizes substitutions to ensure stability for members.
• Creates a welcoming, inclusive and non‑judgmental environment; actively observes participants to assess form, safety and ability to follow the routine, helping reduce risk of injury.
• Maintains current required certifications and stays informed on industry trends, applying relevant knowledge from continuing education, workshops and professional development.
• Submits schedule availability upon request or schedule changes at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Communicates proactively with the Director of Group Fitness and Group Fitness Manager regarding equipment needs, sub requests, member class feedback/issues and opportunities for skill development.
• Provides emergency first aid when required.
• Troubleshoots issues with studio equipment, sound systems and microphones; promptly reports unresolved issues to the Group Fitness Manager.
• Abides by all Woodside rules & regulations, policies and procedures and attends GFI training meetings (Forum) as required.
• Complies with the Club’s employee handbook manual, departmental policies and procedures and with all applicable federal and state employment laws.
• Completes all other duties as directed/assigned.

Education / Experience

• Maintains national group fitness and/or personal training accreditation certification through a national organization (e.g., ACE, AFAA, NASM, ISCA).
• Minimum of associate’s degree in a related field to health or fitness, e.g., Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Physical Education.
• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience in a group fitness environment is preferred.

Skills

• Fitness‑oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to reason and solve problems without precedent.

Licenses

• CPR/AED certification.
• Driver’s License – and reliable transportation to/from work.

Special Requirements

• Excellent working relations with peers, members and supervisors.

Physical Requirements

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to actively participate in group exercise classes.
• Ability to move 20 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to communicate verbally.

Working Conditions

• Ability to move about the property and community in a variety of weather.
• General issues related to fitness equipment.

Note: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment. Equal Opportunity Employer.