Group Fitness Instructor — Dynamic Coaching & Safe Training

goldsgymexternal; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold's Gym in San Antonio is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead group classes, coach participants to achieve fitness goals, and educate on safe exercising techniques. The role requires hands-on CPR/AED and a current group fitness certification, with six months of teaching experience and strong motivational skills.

You will ensure safety, proper form, and engaging routines, while coordinating schedules and maintaining equipment and a positive gym environment for members.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED and first aid training required.
• Nationally recognized group fitness certification (ACE, AFAA or ACSM).
• Minimum six months teaching group exercise.
• Knowledge of choreography and safe transitional movements.
• High energy, physically fit and able to motivate participants.
• Strong communication and leadership for diverse groups.
• Ability to set up and troubleshoot audio equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver group fitness classes per standards and schedule.
• Instruct proper techniques, demonstrate exercises, modify as needed.
• Provide clear verbal cues, manage music tempo and classroom atmosphere.
• Motivate participants, monitor for injury and ensure safety.
• Welcome new participants and solicit feedback to boost retention.
• Ensure proper form; offer variations for all fitness levels.
• Represent Gold's Gym professionally in attire and conduct.
• Arrange substitutes to avoid class cancellations when needed.
• Maintain equipment and room cleanliness; report repairs.
• Record hours and attendance; attend required staff meetings.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Motivational coaching

Verbal cueing

Instructional safety awareness

Interpersonal communication

Choreography and tempo

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

CPR/AED certification

First aid certification

ACE certification

AFAA certification

ACSM certification

Tools

Audio equipment

Microphone / sound system

Job description

Gold's Gym in San Antonio is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead group classes, coach participants to achieve fitness goals, and educate on safe exercising techniques. The role requires hands-on CPR/AED and a current group fitness certification, with six months of teaching experience and strong motivational skills.

You will ensure safety, proper form, and engaging routines, while coordinating schedules and maintaining equipment and a positive gym environment for members.