Job Description
Job Description
Certified Group Fitness Instructor Job Description
Job classification : Non-Exempt
Job Summary :
The Group Fitness Instructor instructs members & guests through a variety of group exercise / fitness formats. The Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) instructs members & guests through useful and safe exercises, assists them in achieving exercise goals and creates a fun group exercise environment for all participants. The GFI guides members & guests through group exercise formats in a group setting.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
TECHNICAL DUTIES
- Inform members & guests of proper safety techniques
- Welcome all members & guests at the beginning of each class
- Inform participants of the ability level of the class format being taught
- Supervise members & guests through the duration of the class
- Encourage members & guests to achieve fitness goals by consistent participation
- Be able to describe and inform members & guests of other class formats offered at Dynamic Fitness
- Follow all Dynamic Fitness policies and procedures
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
Teach scheduled group fitness classes according to outlined Group Fitness ScheduleInitiates and concludes scheduled class on timeLeaves Group Fitness room in order (clean and organized)Reports any equipment concerns to Group Fitness Supervisor, and reports concerns to the Operations ManagerAttends and is present for instructor trainings and required supervisor meetingsPROMOTE / SUPPORT
Attends all Group Fitness events as needed to promote the club and class formats, as well as to show support towards the CompanyCompany Relations :
The position of a Group Fitness Instructor does not directly manage other employees. The GFI will have interaction with their class participants to ensure that exercises and formats are performed in a safe manner. The Group Fitness Instructor will also engage with club staff and management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, skills & abilities :Ability to deal with a diverse group of peopleAbility to speak appropriately with all age groupsGreat communication skillsKnowledge of appropriate exercise technique, principles, and formatAbility to effectively teach all skills being taught to participantsAbility to follow directions / instructionsMaintains a professional demeanor in relation to members and co-workersBe on-time and possess a can-do attitude.Dress professionally and uphold an appropriate attitude and behaviorPossess an outgoing, enthusiastic, and must be able to be captivating in front of class participantsMinimum certifications / educational level :
Possess a current Group Exercise certification or specialized fitness format certification
Training (additionally) in specialty formats (where as required)
Minimum experience :
Prior six months experience in facilitating / teaching group exercise classes
Physical Requirements :
Lifting of light weights, jumping, squatting, walking, hopping, kicking, dancing, cyclingThis position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.