Wellness & Group Fitness Coach

National Institute for Fitness and Sport "NIFS"; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute for Fitness and Sport “NIFS” seeks a Health Fitness Specialist to design exercise programs, lead assessments, and provide wellness guidance in a comprehensive fitness center. The role encompasses customer service, program development, and support for facility initiatives.

The position requires delivering group fitness classes, applying ACSM guidelines, and supervising Coverage Specialists and instructors while maintaining a safe, engaging environment for members and clients.

Qualifications

• Degree in a health-related field, preferably from a four-year college/university.
• Internship in a corporate fitness setting preferred.
• Six months to one year of experience in the field preferred.
• Ability to teach basic core and muscle conditioning group fitness classes.
• Ability to safely and accurately prescribe exercise for a variety of populations using ACSM guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assesses health status of members and provides exercise and wellness recommendations.
• Creates educational and program-specific print materials.
• Teaches group exercise classes onsite and ensures safety and engagement.
• Supervises fitness center staff and delegates tasks as needed.
• Conducts orientations and supports marketing programs for members.

Skills

Technical skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Judgment

Quality

Teamwork

Organizational support

Education

Health-related degree

Internship in corporate fitness

1 year experience

Group fitness instruction

ACSM guidelines training

CPR/AED/First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

National Institute for Fitness and Sport “NIFS” seeks a Health Fitness Specialist to design exercise programs, lead assessments, and provide wellness guidance in a comprehensive fitness center. The role encompasses customer service, program development, and support for facility initiatives.

The position requires delivering group fitness classes, applying ACSM guidelines, and supervising Coverage Specialists and instructors while maintaining a safe, engaging environment for members and clients.