Job Description
Overview
Group Fitness Instructor
PRN/OCC, Variable Hours and Shifts
Fort Sanders West Overview:
Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center, part of Covenant Health West, is Knoxville’s premier health and wellness destination. More than a gym, it’s a five-star fitness facility offering state-of-the-art equipment, heated indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, and racquet sports, pickleball, basketball, and childcare services. With award-winning quality, extensive group fitness classes, personal training, and specialized programs like aquatics, weight management, and mind-body wellness, we provide everything you need for a healthier lifestyle. Plus, our BodyWORKS program brings community-based fitness classes to locations across East Tennessee, making wellness accessible for all.
To learn more about Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center, visit Fort Sanders West opportunities.
Position Summary:
The Group Fitness Instructor teaches a variety of group fitness exercise classes using professionally approved techniques along with the highest standards of safety. Keeping abreast of current exercise trends will be an on- going responsibility. The instructor should always make themselves available for concerns or questions for members and participate in special club events, promotions, or activities.
Responsibilities
- Teaches scheduled classes, which includes arriving 15 minutes prior to class and staying 15 minutes after.
- Maintains general appearance of the aerobics studio, facilities, and equipment (stereos, weights, steps, jump ropes, etc.).
- If scheduling changes are necessary, notifies the department leader as soon as possible to find a substitute for the class.
- Maintains a safe classroom environment.
- Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.
Minimum Experience:
None
Licensure Requirement:
None