Water Aerobics Instructor

We are seeking an energetic and professional individual with experience in Water Aerobics class instruction who is also a reliable team player who will motivate and educate residents while promoting a healthy lifestyle and well-being. Must have open availability.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Develop positive relationships with class participants through motivational instruction and education. Prepare and lead a fun, and effective group class based on the class description. Create a welcome environment for all participants of every fitness level. Monitor and connect to participants during class by leading them in form, technique, modifications, breathing cues and encouraging them to listen to their bodies and meet where they can. Assist class participants with correcting form, providing alternative moves when needed, and helping participants remain motivated to attain their personal goals. Clean and organize the group fitness space being utilized before and after each class. Maintain a record of classes taught or subbed, including attendance numbers. As needed, secure substitute instructors to cover regularly scheduled classes or classes agreed to sub. Represent the Farmhouse in a professional manner, greeting residents as they enter and leave class and encouraging new residents to join. Maintain all current and correct certifications.

Qualifications:

Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles, general understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology. Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies, the incorporation of music, tempo, and cuing technique. Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants and modify movements to all fitness levels. Knowledge of water aerobics program design, form and mechanics cueing, modifications, and progressive exercise implementation. Ability to be self-sufficient in handling job responsibilities Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual Must be a team player and possess a positive attitude. Previous experience preferred. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification. Water Aerobics Certification.