Group Exercise Instructor | Barre

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company

MVP Sports Clubs is a sports facility management company with 5 facilities in West Michigan. We provide corporate service support in the areas of finance, marketing/communications, information systems, human resources, property management, and operational development including sales, fitness, and operations. MVP Sports Clubs represents quality and success in health and recreation in all facets of the community. Simply put, we are a company passionate about fitness and wellness, and believe that healthy communities change lives!

Why MVP Sports Clubs

At MVP Sports Clubs, we are built around our values of professionalism, friendliness, efficiency, cleanliness, and teamwork! We believe in creating a welcoming, engaging, and fun environment for team members, and we provide them with a full range of benefits to foster this type of environment.

• Our part-time team members receive complimentary club membership access for team member, spouse and dependent(s), 401k participation available after completing 6 months of service (must be 18 years of age), access to Work-Space (must be 18 years of age), CPR trainings, complimentary use of Kid's Stuff (up to 2 hours per day) and discounts on select programming, retail and food + beverage.
• In addition to the benefits listed above, our full-time team members also have access to amazing health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, long-term & short-term disability, a generous personal time off policy, and paid maternity and paternity leave.

About the Position

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for providing state-of-the-art group exercise instruction that contributes to each member's health and fitness goals. To develop and instruct fun, energetic, and highly motivational exercise classes for all fitness and skill levels. This position is a part of our Group Exercise Department, reporting to the Personal Training & Group Exercise Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a quality class by arriving 10 minutes before the start of class, having music ready and cued, programming prepared, and starting and ending class on time.
• Maintains accurate records of class attendance. Meets the attendance goal set by the Personal Training & Group Exercise Manager.
• Effectively learns new releases, programming, and follows MVP Sports Clubs' guidelines for MOSSA program shelf life. Works with Group Exercise Manager on modifying any non-MOSSA programs.
• Ensures that the group exercise areas are clean and safe at all times. Oversees the preventive maintenance and proper usage and storage of all equipment.
• Communicates with the Group Exercise & Personal Training Manager regarding all equipment, recommending replacement equipment for lost or damaged items.
• Ensures the orientation of each new member by educating them on execution, programming, appropriate options, and equipment.
• Resolves any member issues through effective customer service skills and referral to the appropriate authority. Enforces club rules and guidelines, taking appropriate action where indicated and reporting any problems to the Group Exercise Manager.
• Respond in emergency situations, notifying the appropriate authority.
• Participates in department events promoting the club and group fitness.
• Personally maintains a working knowledge of basic theoretical concepts and keeps current with research and trends in the field. Maintains certifications and membership in professional organizations. MOSSA certified instructors receive quarterly education.
• Encouraged to substitute when and where necessary, bearing in mind that the maximum number of classes allowed to be taught per week is 10.
• Responsible for obtaining substitutes for classes and relaying information to the Group Exercise Manager.
• Instructs, as defined by MVP Sports Clubs, each group exercise class format as listed in the operating guidelines.
• Able to authentically move and execute the fitness element being trained, including moving in time to music and safely demonstrating movements.
• Ensure participant experience during class through original scripting, variety in coaching, and a positive, encouraging demeanor that facilitates participant success.
• Adheres to additional responsibilities and policies, adapting to changes and needs of the company.
• Attend and participate in regular MVP Sports Clubs training sessions as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain a neat and professional personal appearance by wearing the MVP Sports Clubs uniform (see uniform matrix) and name badge.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current certifications through ACE, ACSM, AFAA or NSCA, or any unique certifications pertaining to a specialized group exercise class and/or format preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching various or specific group exercise programs is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Training. In the event a team member is hired without CPR or First certifications, they will be required to attend MVP Sports Clubs in-house training to obtain this.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Must have physical ability to instruct appropriate classes; for specific class requirements as outlined by industry standards of certifications and or training, including but not limited to, yoga, kickboxing, cycling, weight training, aquatics, etc. These physical requirements include but are not limited to bending, lifting, pushing, and carrying up to 50 lbs, rhythmic limbering, held isometric poses, kicks, punches, stretching, choreographed movement, calisthenics, etc.
• Physical Requirements: Bend, stoop, crouch, climb, stand, sit and turn/pivot; Life/lower, push, pull and carry up to 40 lbs; perform office tasks using simple hand grasping, fine hand manipulation and reach associated with assigned tasks such as paperwork, typing, and/or word processing, filing, calculating and use of telephone; See, hear, and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions.