Group Fitness Instructor

## Description

**Group Fitness Instructor**

**JOB TITLE:**Group Fitness Instructor

**DEPARTMENT:**Fitness

**STATUS:**Part-Time

**FLSA:**Non-Exempt

**WAGE:**$25.00-$29.00 (per class) Group Fitness Instructor DOQ

$30.00-$35.00 (per class) Yoga/Pilates DOQ

**Current Needs:** Days, Nights and Weekends - sub opportunities

**Job Summary**

The **Group Fitness Instructor** is responsible for planning and leading safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes that help participants improve their overall health and wellness. Instructors motivate and inspire participants in a supportive, inclusive, fun environment while ensuring all Park District policies and safety standards are upheld. Instructor ensures proper maintenance and upkeep of group fitness equipment and studio spaces.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

Under the supervision of the Facility & Operations Supervisor

• Design and lead group fitness classes in a various formats (e.g. aerobics, strength, stretch, dance, yoga, mind-body, or specialty programs)
• Clearly demonstrate exercises and provide modifications to meet various fitness levels. Demonstrate proper cueing progressions and regressions of movements to challenge returning participants and support first time participants.
• Maintain awareness of participant’s form, exertion, and safety during classes.
• Foster a positive environment by building rapport with participants. Motivate and inspire participants to achieve their personal fitness goals.
• Confirm attendance accurately, directing unregistered members to check in at the Fitness Desk.
• Ensure all fitness equipment is properly cleaned, returned, and stored after each class.
• Shut down audio equipment, fans and preparing studio for next class.
• Report any maintenance, safety or equipment concerns.
• Trained in and available to teach multiple formats is preferred.
• Be available to teach on varying days and times.
• Ability to work independently, to be self-motivated and maintain professionalism at all times.
• Arrive before class start time. Begin and end class on time.
• Secure a substitute instructor when unable to teach a scheduled class and notify the Fitness Desk.
• Promote special events and Park District programs.
• Attend requires staff meetings, trainings and certifications.
• Maintain all required certifications and stay current with industry trends.
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure a smooth experience for members and guests
• Must be flexible with days and times to meet member needs.

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**Benefits**
\* Personal Leave
\* Free Individual La Grange Fitness Membership
\* Discounted District programs
## Qualifications
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Requirements**

• Must be at least 18.
• Current **Group Fitness Certification** from a nationally recognized organization (ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, AEA, ASFA, Zumba, etc.) or equivalent.
• Current **CPR/AED and First Aid Certification**
• Minimum of **one year of experience** teaching group fitness classes preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate and safely lead participants through exercise routines.
• Strong understanding of exercise physiology, anatomy, and safe fitness principles.
• Excellent communication, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to change, and maintain professionalism.

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Specialized certifications (e.g., Yoga, Chair Yoga, Zumba, Pilates, TRX, HIIT, Barre, Silver Sneakers, Strength Training, Cycle).
• Experience teaching multiple class formats and levels.
• Knowledge of nutrition and holistic wellness practices.

**Psychological Considerations:**

Group Fitness Instructor may feel stress from being held responsible for daily and numerous demands by staff and customers. This is a highly visible position with a great deal of public interaction. The Group Fitness Instructor should respond to the needs of challenging individuals. He/She must maintain a positive approach to public service.

**Physical Demands:**

This position involves frequent walking, reaching, standing. It also involves occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling and crouching. This person should have the ability to lift 10-30 lbs, depending on class discipline, without assistance.

**Environmental Considerations:**

There is a potential exposure to chronic infectious diseases.

**Cognitive Considerations:**

The Group Fitness Instructor must exhibit good problem-solving abilities and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.