Group Exercise Instructor
Part Time • Owatonna
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Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
Job Summary:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Class Preparation
- 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.
During Class
- 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.
Post-Class Duties
- 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.
Additional Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- 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
Founded in 2003, Snap Fitness is a fast-growing, world-wide provider of compact, state-of-the-art 24/7 fitness centers. Snap is a fast, convenient, and affordable workout alternative to over-sized, over-priced, and over-crowded health clubs. We feature 24/7 access to cardio and strength-training equipment that truly sets industry standards. With progressive, member-friendly policies that include the elimination of contracts, an ability to freeze memberships for up to three months annually, and the freedom to use any Snap Fitness club in North America, our club represents one of the best high-growth employment choices for today's fitness-oriented job seeker.
Ready to join the supportive Snap Fitness team? We are always posting new job opportunities at our clubs across the country. As a Snap Fitness team member, you’ll make a difference in people's lives every day. If you want a job where you can inspire others and help them achieve their health and fitness goals, you've come to the right place.
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Room for Advancement
Flexible Schedules
Complimentary Gym Membership
Employee Discounts
Enjoyable & Rewarding Work Environment