Group Exercise Instructor - Green Ridge
Roanoke County
Roanoke, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on July 25, 2019
Teaches classes for the members and participants of Green Ridge Recreation Center. Maintain a safe and controlled atmosphere to ensure a high quality program that meets the standards of the department. Perform other duties as assigned.
Specifically looking for Group Exercise Instructors who can lead both in the water and in the studio. Additional certifications a plus.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Teaches safe and fun land based group exercise classes.
- Ensures that all the participants in the class are engaged in the class and that the class abides by industry standards.
- Motivates all class participants to accomplish their goals and keep coming to the classes.
- Interacts spontaneously with members, guests, and center staff at any given time in the facility to model a personal and inviting atmosphere for the facility.
- Stays current on industry trends and how they may influence or affect the group exercise programming.
- Starts and ends classes on time and returns all equipment to proper location.
- Recommends new and/or replacement equipment for areas.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, contractors, customers, and the general public.
- Fosters a team environment through daily work habits and a positive attitude.
- Actively participate in meetings to keep informed of facility issues and information.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
EducationRequired: Education or training resulting in one or more certifications from National Fitness Organizations in Group Exercise, Health, Fitness, or Wellness group exercise programming and instruction. ExperienceRequired: At least one (1) year of experience in teaching/instructing group exercise classes.Preferred: Three (3) or more years of experience teaching/instructing classes or supervising a group exercise program. Certifications/Licenses Required: Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of group exercise.
- Knowledge of community group exercise needs.
- Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate land and aquatic based group exercise classes.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and the general public.
- Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing, to wide variety of staff and customers.
About this company
The Roanoke County Human Resources Department provides consulting services and programs intended to attract, motivate, and retain efficient and productive employees for Roanoke County.
The goal of the department is to create and sustain an organizational design and culture for Roanoke County that continuously improves cooperation, well-being, and effectiveness through optimum use of employees’ skills and talents.
Location/Region: Roanoke, VA