PT Group Fitness Instructor

Centers; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

CENTERS, LLC, a professional management firm, is seeking an energetic Group Fitness Instructor for the Recreation Center. You will lead engaging classes, ensure participant safety, and uphold building and program policies while delivering excellent customer service.

Applicants should hold CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, and preferably ACE/AFAA/ACSM credentials with specialty certs. Evening/weekend availability is common in this role.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• ACE, AFAA, ACSM certifications; specialty certs for yoga, cycling, pilates, etc. preferred in some cases.
• 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 with high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestyles.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Group fitness instruction

Leadership abilities

Entrepreneurial spirit

Independent work

Communication skills

Recreational sports knowledge

Audio/visual equipment

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. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view).

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 assigned

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 needed

Physical Demands

• Standing or walking for at least 50% of the work day
• 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.