Aquatics Group Fitness Instructor Pearce Community Center Chillicothe, IL Job Details Part-time $18 - $20 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Employee discount Gym membership Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Anatomy knowledge Group choreography Certified Group Exercise Instructor Kinesiology American Red Cross CPR Certification Music selection Playlist tailoring

Training Teaching Full Job Description General Purpose:

Leads and coordinates aqua group fitness classes. Educate the participants on fitness and safety. Maintain a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.

Responsibilities:

Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down. Instructs participants on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles. Prepares appropriate equipment and music for each class. Assists participants, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for the class participants. Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs. Ensures that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; reports accidents and prepares accident reports, as required. Tracking class attendance. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification. Certified Water/Aqua Instructor (AEA, ACE, AFAA) or equivalent. Water/Aqua specialty/certifications preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles. Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm. Choreography and music skills. Ability to be professional and motivate class participants. Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Gym membership

Work Location:

In person