Group/Spin Exercise Instructor at Sid Jacobson JCC – Greenvale, New York

The Group/Spin Class Exercise Instructor provides group fitness instruction, monitors, educates members on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Organize and lead group exercise sessions

· Provide individualized instruction while leading the entire group fitness class

· Teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate warm-up,

· exercises, stretching, and cool down

· Instruct class participants on effective workout methods; explain proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles

· Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class

· Attempt to know each exercise participant’s name and their individual fitness goals

· Develop relationships with members and encourage each participant to achieve his or her personal fitness goals

· Ensure that personal or mechanical problems don’t detract from the member’s positive group fitness experience

· Monitor and record class attendance

· Arrive early and stay after class to assist, answer questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants

· Circulate around the exercise area while instructing

· Assist in promoting other health and fitness related programs each class

· Advise management of specific exercise areas requiring attention

· Complete class checklist for area cleanliness

· Attend all scheduled meetings and training workshops

· Keeps management informed of member and facility needs

· Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to at all times

· Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles

· Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching group exercise experience preferred
• High School or GED Diploma
• Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent and maintain certification standards preferred
• Must be dependable and punctual
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational with large groups
• Professional manner and appearance.
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
• Have normal hearing with or without device.