Group Fitness Director

$18-$21 hourly + class rate

Summary Objective:

Provide oversight, development and direction to the Group Fitness program, train, manage, and direct all Group Fitness Instructors, and develop programs that appeal to a wide variety of members.

Essential Functions:

• Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time
• Develop a monthly group fitness class schedule that meets a variety of member needs
• Promote class schedule and encourage members to cross-train and experiment with formats
• Recruit, audition, hire, evaluate, and manage group fitness staff
• Maintain and distribute updated group fitness class schedule
• Monitor industry trends and standards and modify programs accordingly
• Coordinate and lead department meetings

Employee Benefits:

All US Fitness team members receive:

• Complimentary Membership and Guest Privileges
• Discounts on Personal Training, Mind&Body, Aquatics, and Kids Programs
• Discounts on Serenity Day Spa Services and all apparel
• Employee Referral Gift
• In-house Continuing Education Credits and CEC Reimbursement

Additional Full Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits and Group Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain online schedule through appropriate systems, updating as necessary
• Analyze class schedule monthly to insure maximum schedule performance
• Analyze formats and classes offered based on member demands
• Update front-desk staff on current schedules and instructors
• Manage and update instructor contact list
• Ensure proper class coverage through substitutes, teach class when necessary
• Compile announcements to be made at each class
• Coordinate and promote events at least once per quarter
• Insure class attendance is recorded for every class offered on the schedule
• Review reports to analyze cost per head, capacity and overall usage
• Submit accurate payroll information to General Manager in a timely fashion (generally six days after pay period ends)
• Teach group fitness classes while abiding by monthly limits as established by General Manager and Corporate Director of Group Fitness
• Participate in all meetings and trainings as required
• Coordinate ongoing training programs and continuing education opportunities for instructors
• Maintain all certification information for staff and ensure all certifications are up to date
• Observe and evaluate classes on a regular basis
• Provide evaluations to each permanent instructor at least once per quarter
• Report safety issues or injuries to General Manager and competes accident/witness reports as needed
• Inspect group fitness equipment weekly, keep inventory, and report repair needs to Maintenance Director, General Manager and Corporate Director
• Manage communication with members regarding requests or changes to classes and schedules
• Assume other duties as assigned
• Work early morning, evening, and weekend hours as necessary

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to motivate and nurture others
• Strong work ethic that includes punctuality, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
• Outwardly facing professional appearance
• Confidence and desire to create new relationships quickly
• Ability to quickly acquire and apply new knowledge and skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Ability to handle challenging customer experiences with patience, tact, and professionalism
• Ability to manage team members effectively
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel)

Relocation: Candidates outside of the specified area are welcome to apply but if selected for an interview, they must be willing to travel at own cost. Relocation assistance is not offered.

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