Rec Well - Group X Instructor

Group X Instructor

JOB SUMMARY

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for leading safe, engaging, and effective fitness classes for participants of all skill levels. This role involves designing and delivering structured workouts, demonstrating proper exercise techniques, and providing modifications to accommodate varying abilities. The instructor fosters a motivating and inclusive environment, ensuring participants feel supported in their fitness journey. Additional responsibilities include maintaining a positive and professional demeanor, ensuring participant safety, and adhering to facility policies and industry best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate positive customer service experiences
• Experience teaching group exercise classes to various populations. 
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Ability to Work Independently: Proven track record of effectively managing time and tasks with minimal supervision while consistently meeting deadlines and achieving goals.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on accuracy and thoroughness, ensuring that all tasks are completed with care. Skilled in identifying potential errors or areas for improvement in processes.
• Professionalism: Maintains a high standard of professionalism in all interactions, demonstrating respect, courtesy, and a positive attitude in fast-paced environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Greet and engage with participants.
• Provide information about Studios and Annexes.
• Enforce group fitness policies and procedures.
• Verbally provide safety cues and exercise modifications as necessary.
• Work with the Building Manager if support is needed during your instruction time.
• Provide appropriate care in emergency situations as stated in the Emergency Action Plan.
• Maintain exercise equipment and supplies in the group exercise studio and annex spaces before and after each class.
• Organize equipment after each use in designated storage areas.
• Enforce the capacity limits and recognize all potential safety issues in the studios and annexes.
• Monitor all class participants for proper form and exercise execution.
• Demonstrate proper physical form and provide safe, effective modifications for all class formats and exercises to accommodate participants of varying fitness levels.
• Ability to maintain and demonstrate proper spotting techniques if needed and able to physically demonstrate desired movements.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY

• Handshake application
• Resume

COMPENSATION

• $20/hour - Minimum rate for new hires

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must be available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and early mornings.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Act in accordance with the Clery Act as a mandated reporter and carry out responsibilities in reporting a crime on campus as a University Recreation and Well-Being staff member.
• Must be enrolled part-time, at least 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 4 credit hours for graduate students at Oakland University.
• Certification in Group Exercise instruction by a reputable agency is required.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Group X Instructors report directly to the Fitness Coordinator.
• Group X Instructors report indirectly to the Fitness Team Lead and Assistant Director of Fitness and Well-Being.
• Additionally, Group X Instructors may receive on-duty requests or instruction from any Rec Well professional staff member.