Fitness Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

• Instruct group fitness classes (e.g., aerobics, spinning, strength training) at all ability levels.
• Provide advice to individuals on the correct method of exercising with fitness equipment.
• Assess individual's current exercise program and level of fitness to develop personalized exercise programs and provide fitness counseling.
• Promote a fun and relaxing atmosphere for guests.
• Observe activity in the recreational facility and respond appropriately/in accordance with local operating procedure in the event of an emergency.
• Provide assistance to injured guests until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Clean and maintain recreational area, equipment, and supplies.
• Call Maintenance or an outside service company if machines require service.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.
• Follow company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects).
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• License or Certification: CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Fitness Equipment
• Fitness Instruction
• Any certification or training required by local and state agencies.