Les Mills Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

Gold's Gym Washington; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Gold’s Gym PNW is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead Les Mills programs at our Vancouver, WA location. The role includes teaching BODYPUMP, LES MILLS CORE, RPM, BODYBALANCE, and BODYCOMBAT, while guiding members on safety, form, and motivation.

This part-time position requires certification in the program, CPR, and first aid, with dependable scheduling and strong communication. Benefits include employee discounts, paid sick leave, and gym access.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Performance of a variety of exercise routines.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.
• Certification required in the Group Exercise Instructor’s specific program(s).
• Current CPR certification and basic first aid training required.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at class location 10 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, introduce and orient new participants, and answer questions.
• Appropriate clothing for a Group Exercise Instructor allows participants to see proper form, alignment, and movement of the body, yet is not inappropriately revealing.
• Prepare program track list order with music and choreography as designed by the specific Les Mills program.
• Ensure all class and audio equipment function correctly.
• Introduce yourself and the format of the class.
• Inquire if there are any “first-timers” in the group, and if so, briefly gauge their fitness level.
• Ensure verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music, and overall atmosphere are conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun.
• Continually monitor participants to ensure all participants are using the correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants.
• Return the stereo and microphone to their proper settings and place.
• Make sure the room is ready for the next class to begin.
• Answer any questions/concerns participants may have.
• Solicit feedback from participants about the class.
• Make sure that class begins and ends promptly. If necessary, adjust the class flow to ensure adherence to the schedule.
• If the Group Exercise Instructor is teaching the last class of the day, please follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Motivator Manager for the individual facility.
• If a Group Exercise Instructor cannot fulfill a scheduled class, it is his/her responsibility to find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Motivator Manager if there is a problem finding a substitute.
• Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules. Substitutions or cancellations are a rare occurrence.
• Attend all required staff meetings as necessary.
• Ensure that clock-in/out recording procedures are followed correctly.
• Prepare any incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards his/her responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
• Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible.

Skills

Exercise technique

Physiology basics

Exercise routines

Communication skills

Audio equipment operation

Education

Group Exercise Certification

CPR certification

First aid certification

Tools

Audio equipment

Job description

Gold’s Gym PNW is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead Les Mills programs at our Vancouver, WA location. The role includes teaching BODYPUMP, LES MILLS CORE, RPM, BODYBALANCE, and BODYCOMBAT, while guiding members on safety, form, and motivation.

This part-time position requires certification in the program, CPR, and first aid, with dependable scheduling and strong communication. Benefits include employee discounts, paid sick leave, and gym access.