
Group Fitness Instructor
- Port Coquitlam, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Teach a variety of classes, including, tabata, HIIT, , spin,Body Conditioning, etc.
- Arrive at class location 10 to 15 minutes ahead of scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, answer questions, inquire about their fitness progress, introduce and orient new participants
- Inquire if there are any “first-timers” in the group, and if so, assess their fitness level in as private a manner as possible
- Ensure all verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music and overall atmosphere is conducive to hearing, teaching, learning and having fun
- Continually monitor participants to ensure all participants are using the correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness level.
- Responsible for instructing classes within certain guidelines and ensuring equipment is safe for all members to use
- Dismantle all audio and visual equipment after use
- Encouraging members to try new group fitness classes is always a bonus!
- Minimum six (6) months of experience instructing group fitness classes
- Knowledge of safe exercise techniques, group exercise principles, basic physiology and body mechanics
- Strong leadership skills, with ability to motivate and influence people
- Professional, organized, efficient, results-focused and a selft-starter
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment
- Group Fitness Certification by BCRPA, ACE, AFAA, CANFIT PRO, ACSM, or equivalent
- Current CPR certification
- Positive, rewarding, and collaborative team environment
- Competitive compensation
- Complimentary club membership (after 3 months of teaching more than 3 classes per week)
- Discount on Gold’s Gym products and services