Aquatic Fitness Instructor

Overview

Aquatic Fitness Instructor. The fitness department supports close to 100 classes a week of a variety of formats across our 6 recreation facilities and 8 aquatic facilities. THPRD Fitness is in search of a qualified Aquatic Fitness Instructor who will be responsible for planning, instructing, and leading a variety of aquatic group exercise classes dependent upon their certifications and specializations. Classes will take place both inside and outdoors at one of our aquatic centers.

Our classes are attended by the community at large (all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and interests), so we need team members with the ability to support the needs of individuals as well as manage group dynamics. We are searching for an energetic, certified Aquatic Fitness Instructor to keep our patrons safe: physically, by gauging and adjusting programming to meet each patron’s ability and skill level;

mentally, and by encouraging and building a positive community with our patrons. Instructors must have the ability to demonstrate safe exercise techniques. For aquatic classes, fitness instructors must work from the deck to assess the physical exertion of participants and ensure safety, be visible to all, and engage all participants.

Plan, instruct, and lead a variety of aquatic group exercise classes based on certifications and specializations. Ensure safety, monitor exertion, and adjust programming to meet participant ability and skill levels. Demonstrate safe exercise techniques and engage all participants to foster a positive community.

• Current certification through an accredited organization (such as ACE, AFAA, or AEA) and/or certification specific to the format you teach is required
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certification, or willing to obtain/renew upon hire
• 2+ years  experience teaching

• Deep water
• Shallow water
• Aqua Zumba ®
• Aqua Yoga

• Mornings
• Evenings
• Weekends

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THPRD is hiring for multiple positions to support multiple facilities, hours may vary and are based on program need. Part-time employees may work less than 1,560 hours per year.

Application Review:
Our hiring team will review applications as they are received. Strong candidates will be contacted directly to discuss next steps. This position will remain open until filled.

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at human resources.

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