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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 Schedule

Initiates and concludes scheduled class on time

Leaves Group Fitness room in order (clean and organized)

Reports any equipment concerns to Group Fitness Supervisor, and reports concerns to the Operations Manager

Attends and is present for instructor trainings and required supervisor meetings

PROMOTE / SUPPORT

Attends all Group Fitness events as needed to promote the club and class formats, as well as to show support towards the Company

Company 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 people

Ability to speak appropriately with all age groups

Great communication skills

Knowledge of appropriate exercise technique, principles, and format

Ability to effectively teach all skills being taught to participants

Ability to follow directions / instructions

Maintains a professional demeanor in relation to members and co-workers

Be “on-time” and possess a “can-do” attitude.

Dress professionally and uphold an appropriate attitude and behavior

Possess an outgoing, enthusiastic, and must be able to be captivating in front of class participants

Minimum certifications / educational level :

• Possess a current Group Exercise certification or specialized fitness format certification
• Training (additionally) in specialty formats (where as required)

Minimum experience :

Physical Requirements :

Lifting of light weights, jumping, squatting, walking, hopping, kicking, dancing, cycling

This 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.