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Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City

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Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City, Leawood, KS, United States

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Instructor, Group Fitness (Aqua Fitness Instructor)

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Description

As a Group Fitness Instructor at The J, you are the energy, the heart and the soul of our classes. You offer memorable, motivating experiences and workouts to help our members achieve their fitness goals. With over 150 classes offered a week, you have the opportunity to instruct a variety of group fitness formats and are currently seeking Instructors for Aqua Fitness and Aqua Aerobics. You will be known as a friendly, inspiring face around the J. Every class you teach directly impacts someone's day.

Description

As a Group Fitness Instructor at The J, you are the energy, the heart and the soul of our classes. You offer memorable, motivating experiences and workouts to help our members achieve their fitness goals. With over 150 classes offered a week, you have the opportunity to instruct a variety of group fitness formats and are currently seeking Instructors for Aqua Fitness and Aqua Aerobics. You will be known as a friendly, inspiring face around the J. Every class you teach directly impacts someone's day.

The Group Fitness Instructor provides cutting-edge group fitness instruction through a variety of entertaining, educational, and fun classes, promoting fitness and positive self-esteem in a safe environment. They act as a fitness resource for class participants, and they maintain positive relationships with members to encourage continued class attendance. The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for consistently meeting daily class attendance goals as well as effectively promoting The J’s programs, events, and services.

Essential Functions

  • Provide safe, effective and fun workouts to members and participants
  • Develop positive relationships with class participants by teaching a variety of challenging and entertaining group fitness classes
  • Educate class participants on correct form and alternative moves during the fitness routine
  • Attentively listen to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes
  • Maintain safe and attractive group fitness room
  • Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while ensuring appropriate language
  • Promote The J’s promotions, programs, events, and services while specifically encouraging participation for Group Fitness classes
  • Begin and end classes on time
  • Project a professional image through dress and performance

Benefits/Perks

As a part of the J Instructor Team, you'll receive a complimentary membership, a discounted membership for your family, and discounts on products and services throughout The J. The size and availability of the discounts vary by department and by product or service.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Certification in Aqua Fitness Instruction (e.g. AEA, WaterART, YMCA or equivalent)
  • Prior experience teaching aquatic fitness or group exercise preferred
  • Comfortable working with older adults, beginners, and diverse populations
  • Experience teaching in a group fitness environment is a plus
  • Maintain appropriate certifications and CPR/AED Certification
  • Ability to perform exercises specific to the assigned class
  • Ability to display an enthusiastic, outgoing and friendly demeanor
  • Ability to teach multiple classes including back-to-back classes
  • Be available to substitute on an on-call basis

Physical Requirements

  • Stamina to perform the exercises specific to assigned classes, including back-to-back classes
  • Constant talking, hearing, eye/hand/foot coordination
  • Frequent standing, walking, lifting at least 25 lbs.
  • Occasional pushing/pulling at least 25 lbs., stooping/crouching

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.

The Mission Of The J Is To Build a Strong, Vibrant And Inclusive Community That Enhances Wellness, Meaning And Joy Based On Jewish Values, Heritage And Culture. The J Operates On These Values

  • Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
  • Building Community - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
  • Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
  • Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
  • Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Entry level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Part-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Other

  • Industries

    Wellness and Fitness Services

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