Group Fitness Instructor

Description

The Salvation Army

Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division

Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

Job Description Rev: 2/27/23

POSITION TITLE: Group Fitness Instructor - In-Session

DEPARTMENT: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Kroc Center Hawaii)

SUPERVISOR: Health & Wellness Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, On Call, Hourly Pay Range $14.00 - $28.00

GENERAL STATEMENT: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual, emotional, and physical regeneration of all people.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER HAWAII VISION: Kroc Center Hawaii is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

The Group Fitness Instructor provides group fitness instructions, monitors, educates participants on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.

The Group Fitness Instructor will have a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, which will be evident in his or her professional life and the manner in which he or she represents The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the community.

• High school graduate or GED.
• One year’s experience in group fitness instructions and program management.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent.
• Current CPR and AED course completion card (may be acquired after employment).
• On an annual basis, employees are required to participate in The Salvation Army's Fleet Safety.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

Bachelor's degree in a fitness related field.

• Explain and enforce safety rules. Educate participants concerning safe exercise techniques and constantly monitoring safety.
• Provide a fun and safe workout through one or more specialty group exercise classes. Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
• Responsible for following up with proper class participation reporting procedures.
• Ensure payments are made for classes requiring payments.
• Responsible for proper reporting unsafe studio conditions to management.
• Greet, introduce and welcome participants. Acquaint new participants with class procedures. Deliver the class in a fun and interesting manner. Stay after class to answer questions and interact.
• Teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate warm‑up, exercises, stretching, and cool down.
• Provide management with appropriate records concerning participation, member information, etc.
• Monitor proper form and technique using positive reinforcement. Instruct clients on effective workout methods; explain proper techniques, demonstrate exercises; identify different muscle groups, and teach appropriate methods to strengthen specific areas.
• Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion. Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels in order to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
• Assist clients, answer questions, and maintain a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.
• Ensure coverage of all group fitness classes and obtain substitutes as needed.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
• Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.

The position requires to maintain a positive and upbeat attitude in order to provide excellent customer service, appreciation for individual uniqueness and diversity. Must be able to work with individuals with special limitations or needs and provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants.

The work will be in a fast paced…