Group Exercise Instructor | Pilates

Overview

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MVP Sports Clubs is a sports facility management company with five facilities in West Michigan. We provide corporate service support in finance, marketing/communications, information systems, human resources, property management, and operational development including sales, fitness, and operations. MVP Sports Clubs represents quality and success in health and recreation in all facets of the community. We are a company passionate about fitness and wellness, and believe that healthy communities change lives.

At MVP Sports Clubs, we are built around our values of professionalism, friendliness, efficiency, cleanliness, and teamwork. We aim to create a welcoming, engaging, and fun environment for team members and offer a full range of benefits to foster this environment.

• Part-time team members receive complimentary club membership access for team member, spouse, and dependent(s); 401k participation after completing 6 months (must be 18+); access to Work-Space (must be 18+); CPR trainings; complimentary use of Kid s Stuff (up to 2 hours per day); and discounts on select programming, retail, and food & beverage.
• Full-time team members have access to health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans; long-term and short-term disability; a generous personal time off policy; and paid maternity and paternity leave.

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for providing state-of-the-art group exercise instruction that contributes to each member s health and fitness goals. To develop and instruct fun, energetic, and highly motivational exercise classes for all fitness and skill levels. This position is part of our Group Exercise Department, reporting to the Personal Training & Group Exercise Manager.

• Maintain a quality class by arriving 10 minutes before the start of class, having music ready and cued, programming prepared, and starting and ending class on time.
• Maintain accurate records of class attendance and meet the attendance goal set by the Personal Training & Group Exercise Manager.
• Learn new releases and programming; follow MVP Sports Clubs  MOSSA guidelines; modify non-MOSSA programs with the Group Exercise Manager s guidance.
• Keep group exercise areas clean and safe; oversee maintenance and proper usage of equipment.
• Communicate with the Group Exercise & Personal Training Manager regarding equipment needs and replacements.
• Educate new members on execution, programming, options, and equipment during orientation.
• Resolve member issues with strong customer service; enforce club rules and report problems to the Group Exercise Manager.
• Respond to emergency situations and notify the appropriate authority.
• Participate in department events promoting the club and group fitness.
• Maintain knowledge of theoretical concepts and stay current with research/trends; maintain certifications and professional memberships. MOSSA certified instructors receive quarterly education.
• Substitute when necessary; maximum of 10 classes per week.
• Arrange substitutes for classes and inform the Group Exercise Manager.
• Instruct each group exercise class format as listed in operating guidelines.
• Move authentically with the music and safely demonstrate movements.
• Provide a positive, encouraging participant experience through original scripting and variety in coaching.
• Adhere to additional responsibilities and policies and adapt to the company s needs.
• Attend and participate in regular MVP Sports Clubs training sessions as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance by wearing the MVP uniform and name badge.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Current certifications through ACE, ACSM, AFAA or NSCA, or certifications pertaining to a specialized group exercise class/format are preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching various or specific group exercise programs is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Training. If hired without CPR or First Aid, in-house training will be provided.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Physical ability to instruct classes; requirements include bending, lifting, pushing, and carrying up to 50 lbs, and other movement and stamina demands for various formats (yoga, kickboxing, cycling, weight training, aquatics, etc.).
• Physical requirements:
  
  bend, stoop, crouch, stand, walk, life/lower, push, pull and carry up to 40 lbs; perform office tasks; see, hear, and speak adequately to perform duties safely.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part-time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industries:
  Wellness and Fitness Services

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