Esplanade at Center Lake Ranch, located in St. Cloud, FL, is seeking an experienced and passionate Group Fitness Instructor to provide exceptional service to members and guests. The Group Fitness Instructor develops and assists members with aerobic and strength training programs. Assists in the safe instruction of exercise equipment. We are searching for someone that can teach strength, zumba, and aqua fitness classes.

Please note:

This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position. Independent Contractor will be responsible for reporting and paying all applicable taxes associated with their 1099 status.

Essential Duties:

Guides members through initial and progressive training in the areas of flexibility, aerobic conditioning and strength training. Instructs fitness and aerobic classes each week. Teaches proper stretching, strengthening and aerobic exercise. Insures proper, up-to-date and safe procedures are used in the teaching of all classes. Participates in continuing education seminars and workshops. Inspects exercise equipment and areas for cleanliness and safety. Performs light custodial duties such as wipes down equipment, monitors cleanliness in pool area, spa, fitness center, and locker-rooms. Choreographs exercise sequences and aerobic routines for aerobic dance and exercise classes. Classes may be either indoor, controlled exercise settings, or indoor/outdoor aquatic settings. Monitors classes in progress, providing constructive assistance. Enforces all rules and regulations in a polite and professional manner. Represents the community association's fitness center at meetings, seminars, and events with the fitness director, or in the absence of the fitness director. Assists the fitness director with special events, tournaments, recognition programs, and any outdoor sports related activities. Incorporates safe work practices in job performance. Regular and reliable attendance. Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

Associate's degree (AA) in Physical Education or related field; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

Frequently uses hands; reaches with hands and arms; talks, hears, stands and walks, climbs or balances; stoops, and kneels. Occasionally sits, crouches, or crawls; tastes or smells. Occasionally lifts up to 45 pounds.

Environment/Noise:

Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is moderate

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English). Experience and exposure with wide variety of exercise equipment, instructional techniques, injury prevention, fitness/wellness counseling, and developing/interpreting personalized fitness/wellness regimens.

What We Provide:

Professional training equipment Front desk support, scheduling, payment processing, and marketing exposure Access to an established base of community members Flexible scheduling No fixed equipment-rental fee

Compensation:

Commission-only position; no hourly base pay Group Fitness Instructor will receive $60-80 per class

Requirements:

Active National Certificate for Aerobic Instruction. Active

CPR/ AED

required. Experience working in Hotel/ Resort spa and/or country club environment preferred. 2+ years experience as a Fitness Professional Professional liability insurance coverage of at least $2 million Strong interpersonal and communication skills Must be eligible to work as an

Independent Contractor Work Location:

In person