Group Exercise Instructor

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for leading engaging and effective small group fitness classes using a pre-designed format focused on improving members’ overall health, strength, and endurance. The instructor ensures a safe workout environment while also serving as an educational resource on exercise and wellness for all participants.

• Arrive 10–15 minutes before class to greet members, answer questions, discuss fitness goals, and welcome new participants.
• Build rapport with members and develop an understanding of their individual fitness levels and limitations.
• Prepare appropriate music and equipment for class.
• Check in participants and verify active memberships.
• Demonstrate proper body alignment, technique, and form for all movements.

• Introduce yourself and the class format at the beginning of each session.
• Identify any first-time participants and briefly assess their fitness level to ensure appropriate modifications.
• Provide clear, concise instructions throughout the workout.
• Foster a positive, motivating, and inclusive class atmosphere.
• Observe and correct participants’ form to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Offer exercise modifications to accommodate various fitness levels and abilities.

• Ensure the workout area is clean, organized, and equipment is returned to its proper place.
• Address questions or concerns from participants and provide helpful feedback.
• Collect and submit class attendance/roster to the front desk.
• Encourage participant feedback to improve future classes.

• Start and end classes on time.
• Sanitize equipment and sweep the studio floor after each session.
• Maintain reliability and consistency in your class schedule.
• Uphold a professional and positive attitude in all interactions.
• Actively promote the gym and its programs to members and guests.

• Minimum of 6 months experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.
• Strong knowledge of group exercise principles and safe workout techniques.
• Understanding of basic anatomy, physiology, and body mechanics.
• Ability to design and lead a variety of effective, engaging fitness routines.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot class equipment.
• Ability to teach 2-3 classes per week