Group Fitness Instructor – Les Mills Body Combat

City of Eden Prairie; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking a passionate fitness instructor to lead group classes at a vibrant community center. This role involves providing quality instruction in various fitness formats, ensuring a safe environment for all participants, and promoting healthy choices. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in group fitness, including certifications in exercise instruction and first aid. Join a supportive team dedicated to wellness and community engagement, where your contributions will inspire others to achieve their fitness goals.

Qualifications

• Group exercise certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA or equivalent) required.
• Experience teaching group fitness classes, specifically Les Mills formats.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes and ensure members' needs are met.
• Create a safe and healthy environment for exercising.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Group Exercise Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Category: Parks & Rec-Community Center

Requisition Number: GROUP002053

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• Posted : April 30, 2025
• Part-Time

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Community Center
16700 Valley View Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55346, USA

Community Center
16700 Valley View Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55346, USA

Deadline to Apply: May 30, 2025

Details

• Part Time (Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status), non-exempt
• $26.00-$29.00 per hour, depending on qualifications
• Reports to Recreation Supervisor- Fitness
• Located at Eden Prairie Community Center (16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN)
• Hours vary, daytime and weekend availability preferred

Responsibilities

The fitness instructor leads group fitness classes at the Eden Prairie Community Center. This position may substitute for group fitness classes in a variety of formats. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are to:

• Provide instruction in a variety of fitness activities and formats. Ensure members’ needs are met through personal recognition and by providing quality service. Monitor the well-being of all participants throughout the exercise program.
• Assume a leadership role as a professional in the area of fitness and wellness. Encourage participants to continue with exercises and make healthy choices.
• Ensure that a safe and healthy environment exists for exercising. Enforce all fitness facility policies, rules and regulations. Assist in the cleaning and general maintenance of fitness areas.
• Arrive well-prepared: music cued, routine thought out, ample time for setup and to greet participants prior to start of class.

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• Group exercise certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA or equivalent) required, format-specific certifications and First Aid, CPR and AED certifications required.
• Experience teaching group fitness classes required, specifically Les Mills formats. Experience teaching a variety of group fitness classes is preferred.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, work verification.

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Able to write clearly and succinctly. Tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.
• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes what needs to get done. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Factors several considerations when planning. Establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.
• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach. Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Application Process

To apply, click on "apply now" at the top of the page or visit www.edenprairie.org and click on the Jobs tab.

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