PT Group Fitness Instructor

The Centers, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Centers, LLC seeks a dedicated Group Fitness Instructor for the Recreation Center in Cleveland. You will lead engaging, safe group fitness classes while delivering exceptional customer service to participants of all fitness levels.

You will communicate with your supervisor, enforce program and building policies, and participate in staff meetings. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required, with ACE/AFAA/ACSM and specialty certs encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must have current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Certifications such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM; primary group exercise cert plus specialty certs preferred.
• Leadership and supervisory abilities required.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of standard practices in recreational sports
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to thrive in an environment with high expectations and accountability

Responsibilities

• Safely instruct an effective, creative group fitness class at the Recreation Center.
• Provide quality customer service to all participants in class, regardless of fitness level or appearance.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor by phone, email, or in person.
• Enforce all program policies and procedures for the class.
• Enforce building policies and assist during emergencies as needed.
• Attend all Group Fitness and department staff meetings.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

CPR/AED and First Aid certifications

Leadership and supervisory abilities

Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of standard practices in rec

Strong communication skills

Ability to thrive in high-expectation,

Proficiency with audio/visualequipment

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Overview

CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.

Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority.

CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail‑blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.

Responsibilities

• Safely instruct an effective, creative group fitness class at the Recreation Center
• Provide quality customer service to all participants in class, regardless of fitness level, appearance, or otherwise
• Communicate effectively with supervisor through phone, email, or in person
• Enforce all program policies and procedures as it pertains to the class
• Enforce all building policies and procedures and assist as needed during emergencies
• Attend all Group Fitness and all department staff meetings
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Possess current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications
• ACE, AFAA, ACSM; specialty certifications are required to teach specialty classes such as yoga, group cycling, pilates, etc. It is preferred that all candidates have a primary group exercise certification AND specialty cert. Exceptions will be on a case‑by‑case basis based on a variety of factors.
• Leadership and supervisory abilities
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of standard practices in recreational sports
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestyles

Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency with audio/visual equipment

Human Relations

Internal contacts include staff at all levels. External contacts include external customers and vendors. Contact involves troubleshooting, informing, exchanging information, negotiating, making recommendations, and giving information or instructions.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

• Office environment/fitness center environment
• Moderate to loud noise
• Evening or weekend work as required

Physical Demands

• Standing or walking for at least 50% of the work day
• Occasional bending, stooping
• Hearing and talking

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.