Group Fitness Instructor (BTS)

The Salvation Army; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army's Kroc Center Fitness Department seeks an experienced group fitness instructor to lead classes for all ages and levels. You will design programs, demonstrate techniques, and provide individualized guidance while adhering to center policies and ethics.

Regular meetings and ongoing professional development are part of the role, with CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire. This on-site position supports community fitness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience instructing group fitness classes.
• Must complete Safe from Harm Child Abuse training.
• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Philosophy of education aligned with The Salvation Army and Center.

Responsibilities

• Instruct group fitness classes with sound principles and expert skills.
• Design instructional programs for all ages and levels.
• Demonstrate proper techniques and styling to participants.
• Provide individual development guidelines for group fitness.
• Critique and give feedback on participant progress.
• Attend regular meetings to ensure adherence to Salvation Army policies.
• Maintain the Center's Code of Ethics.
• Participate in center fitness department programs as needed.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Program design

Coaching / feedback

English communication

Education

Two years of group fitness instruction experience

Safe from Harm Child Abuse training

CPR / First Aid certification

English reading/writing proficiency

Education philosophy aligned with Center / Salvation Army

Job description

This position is responsible for:Instruct group fitness classes to all ages and levels. Design instructional programs and demonstrate proper techniques and styling to all levels of participants. Participate in employee training/meetings and other occasional Kroc Center Fitness Department programs.Key Responsibilities:Instruct with sound principles and expert skills in the area of group fitness classes.Provide individual guidelines for development in the area of group fitness classes.Critique and give feedback to participants regarding individual progress.Attends regular meetings to ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Must be able to lift and carry 40lbs.Meet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army.Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the gymnasium and athletic field programs.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans| DisabledEducation and ExperienceTwo years of experience in instruction of group fitness classes.Must successfully complete the Safe from Harm Child Abuse training as established by The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center.Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.Have a Philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of the Center and The Salvation Army.Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.CertificationsMust have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aide certification within first 30 days of employment.