Self Defense Instructor

Fitness Central; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitness Central East in Chattanooga is seeking a Self-Defense Instructor to deliver engaging classes, adapt intensity to participants, and maintain a safe, clean training space.

Candidates must hold a current self-defense certification and CPR/AED, with knowledge of basic anatomy and kinesiology; a commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.

Qualifications

• Self-defense certification required.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and kinesiology; ability to modify exercises for all populations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Fitness Central experience to members in each class.
• Adhere to class descriptions and adjust intensity for participants as needed.
• Monitor exercise/movement intensity throughout the class.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before class to ensure room is clean and set up properly.
• Begin and end each class on time.
• Teach classes regularly and minimize substitutions.
• Communicate feedback to the Group Fitness Manager about members, equipment, and operations.
• Ensure equipment is put away, sanitized and properly stored.

Skills

Instructing

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Self-defense certification

CPR/AED certification

Anatomy knowledge

Kinesiology knowledge

Job description

Position Title: Self-Defense Instructor

Reports to: Group Fitness Manager
Location: Fitness Central East
Address: 6170 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Fitness Central
Fitness Central is Chattanooga’s new, premier fitness club. We pride ourselves in providing exceptional facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, endless amenities, outstanding cleanliness and a welcoming, encouraging and supportive fitness community. However, none of that would be possible without a high-quality group of people who push Fitness Central to become even better every day. Are you interested in joining our team? We are growing and we need your help.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver the Fitness Central experience to our members in each class.
• Adhere to the description of the class and modify the intensity for participants when necessary.
• Continuously monitor the exercise/movement intensity throughout the duration of the class.
• Report to class a minimum of 15 minutes before class to ensure the room is clean and set up properly.
• Begin and end each class on time.
• Teach respective classes on a regular basis and keep subbing to a minimum
• Communicate with the Group Fitness Manager on member feedback, equipment and operation status as well as scheduling and subbing.
• Ensure the equipment is put away, sanitized and properly stored.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Instructors must have a current self-defense certification.
• Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED certification.
• Must be well-versed in basic anatomy, kinesiology, contraindicated exercises, and exercise modifications for all populations.
• Must be eager to learn and continue professional development and education.