UFC GYM H2O Fitness Instructor

UFC Gym; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance for eligible employees

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading fitness organization in Alhambra, California is looking for a passionate fitness instructor. Responsibilities include planning and leading exercise classes, educating participants on safe techniques, and ensuring member engagement. Candidates should possess a Group Fitness certification and have strong knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology. The position offers benefits such as health insurance, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
• General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop a variety of exercise routines.
• Lead the class by performing the workout with participants.
• Educate participants on proper form and safety rules.

Skills

Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles

General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology

Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies

Ability to communicate and connect with diverse individuals

Ability to effectively demonstrate skills

Education

Current Group Fitness approved certification

Additional training in specialty formats

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Health insurance for eligible employees
• Dental insurance for eligible employees
• Vision insurance for eligible employees
• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Bonus based on performance for eligible employees

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Class Instruction. Plan and develop a variety of exercise routines, choose appropriate music and choreograph different movements appropriate for each class.
• Lead the class by performing the workout along with the participants who follow your lead.
• Incorporate use of cuing, tempo and safe transitional movements from one exercise to another.
• Instruct studio fitness formats according to class schedule and adhere to company standards.
• Greet and encourage new participants and orient them to class.
• Educate participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications and options for moves when needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and proper usage of exercise equipment used during the class.
• Motivate participants.
• Monitor participation and make necessary adjustments when necessary.
• Administrative Duties. Arrive on time to prep, set-up and greet participants. Start and end class on time, as scheduled.
• Collect tickets from each member participating in class.
• Communicate member concerns to the Program Manager when necessary.
• Project a professional image through dress, behavior, and attitude.
• Encourage long-term participation and member retention.
• Store all equipment neatly and appropriately. Report any equipment or safety issues to the Program Manager.
• Accurately and promptly record hours worked in our electronic timekeeping system.
• Operate the stereo sound system, microphone, and room lighting.
• Secure substitute instructors for assigned shifts that cannot be worked via NetGym.
• Promote special events and other classes/services offered at the gym.
• Suggest special events to the Program Manager to encourage member engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles
• General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cuing technique and rhythm.
• Possess a high degree of energy and endurance to complete each fitness class
• Ability to communicate and connect with a diverse group of individuals of all age groups and fitness levels
• Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants
• Ability to provide clear instructions when needed
• Current Group Fitness approved certification (preferred)
• Additional training in specialty formats may be required