Group Fitness Instructor ($16 - $30 hourly)

The Salvation Army Southern California; Ewa Beach (HI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is hiring a Group Fitness Instructor in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. This role requires a commitment to delivering exceptional group fitness instruction while ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants.

Key responsibilities include teaching fitness classes, monitoring safety, and maintaining attendance records. Applicants should have at least one year of group fitness experience and relevant certifications. A physical fitness level is necessary to engage in demanding workouts.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in group fitness instruction and program management.
• Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent preferred.
• Current CPR and AED certificate mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide group fitness instruction and monitor participants.
• Ensure a safe and enjoyable atmosphere during classes.
• Educate participants on safe exercise techniques.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Safety education

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in fitness related field

Tools

Cardio and strength-training equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Group Fitness Instructor provides group fitness instructions, monitors, educates participants on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.

The Group Fitness Instructor will have a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, which will be evident in his or her professional life and in the manner in which he or she represents the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the community.

Required Education and Experience

• High school graduate or GED.
• One year’s experience in group fitness instruction and program management.
• Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent.
• Current CPR and AED course completion card (may be acquired after employment).

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a fitness related field.
• ACSM Health Fitness Instructor and/or a primary group fitness certification (ACE, AFAA, NETA).

Essential Functions

• Explain and enforce safety rules; educate participants regarding safe exercise techniques and continuously monitor safety.
• Provide a fun and safe workout through one or more specialty group exercise classes; offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different fitness levels.
• Follow up with proper class participation reporting procedures.
• Ensure payments are made for classes requiring payment.
• Report unsafe studio conditions to management.
• Greet, introduce and welcome participants; acquaint new participants with class procedures; deliver the class in a fun and interesting manner; stay after class to answer questions and interact.
• Teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down.
• Provide mandatory records concerning participation, member information, etc., to management.
• Monitor proper form and technique using positive reinforcement; instruct clients on effective workout methods; demonstrate exercises; identify muscle groups and teach appropriate methods to strengthen specific areas.
• Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion; instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
• Assist clients, answer questions, and maintain a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.
• Ensure coverage of all group fitness classes and obtain substitutes as needed.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
• Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.

Mental Demands

• Maintain a positive and upbeat attitude in order to provide excellent customer service.
• Appreciate individual uniqueness and diversity; work with individuals with special limitations or needs.
• Provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants.
• Work with limited supervision and in a team setting with other professionals.
• Exercise good judgment and take initiative with projects.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Self‑motivated and self‑directed schedule.
• Detail oriented and able to take projects from beginning through completion.
• Respond to crisis situations calmly and effectively, remaining calm when resolving problems using good judgment.
• Must possess self‑discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work.

Physical Demands

The position requires a high degree of energy; the person must be physically fit and have endurance to complete the workout. Mandatory duties include sitting; climbing and/or balancing; stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching and/or crawling; standing; walking; manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination; use of vision; pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying 50‑75 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds. This employee may also be required to work weekends and evenings.

Communication Demands

The position requires talking to co‑workers, clients, and vendors; written communication to and from co‑workers, clients, and vendors; telephone conversations; responding to written or verbal requests; giving verbal and written instructions; receiving verbal and written instructions; writing/composing written language; reading; visiting or working at other work sites; and communicating via the latest technologies. The position requires the ability to interact with co‑workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. It also requires the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

Description Of Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment is occasionally loud. Extended workdays are common, as are weekends and holidays as needed to support the business. Most work will be indoors at the Kroc Center Hawaii office in Kapolei, the Divisional Headquarters, and the new Kroc Center Hawaii administration office. There will also be times where the employee will be outdoors at the Construction Site for visits. Attendance at trainings and conferences, both in Hawaii and on the mainland, may be required. Extensive travel is possible, including air travel, driving long distances, night driving, overnight travel, and extended travel of three days or more.

Equipment Needs

Cardio and strength‑training equipment may be required.

Certificates & Licenses

• Current CPR and AED certificates mandatory (may be acquired after employment).
• ACSM Health Fitness Instructor and/or primary group fitness certification (ACE, AFAA, NETA).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and insured transportation.
• Must annually participate in The Salvation Army’s Fleet Safety Program.

Clearances

The employee must pass a criminal history background check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment; the circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by management.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.