Group X Instructor - Brownsville

Gold's Gym - Brownsville, TX

Full-time

Brownsville, TX

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

About the position

The Group Exercise Instructor will lead and motivate members in a group environment through structured exercise formats aimed at enhancing overall fitness, strength, and endurance. The role emphasizes safety and serves as a resource for educating members on fitness-related topics.

Responsibilities

• Leads and delivers group fitness classes based on industry standards and approved formats.
• Instructs participants on effective workout methods and demonstrates exercises.
• Provides clear verbal instructions and maintains a motivational atmosphere.
• Coaches and motivates class participants to achieve fitness goals while monitoring for signs of injury or overexertion.
• Interacts with participants, answers questions, and generates a positive exercise experience.
• Ensures participants use correct form and offers modifications for different fitness levels.
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards responsibilities and members.
• Represents and promotes Gold's Gym group exercise professionally and adheres to appropriate attire.
• Delivers scheduled classes consistently and coordinates substitutes when necessary.
• Provides legally purchased music appropriate for the class format.
• Ensures all equipment is functioning correctly and maintains cleanliness in the GGX room.
• Notifies management of any equipment or facility repair needs.
• Prepares incident reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
• Records hours worked and class attendance information accurately and timely.
• Attends required staff meetings and training to maintain or improve teaching skills.
• Upholds the company's vision, mission, values, and code of conduct.

Requirements

• Current hands-on CPR/AED certification and basic first aid training is required.
• Minimum of six months teaching in a group exercise environment.
• Maintain nationally recognized Group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, or ACSM.
• Provide verifiable proof of specialized skill/training such as Yoga, Pilates, etc.
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and safe exercise techniques.
• High degree of energy and physical fitness to complete workouts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic physiology, human anatomy, and kinesiology.
• Engaging and motivational leadership skills with adaptability in class settings.
• Ability to create and/or follow appropriate choreography combinations.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism with the ability to motivate others.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.