Personal Trainer/Group Class Instructor

Department: Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness - 273600

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field;
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with diverse levels of education and fitness knowledge;
• Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles;
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and incorporation of music, temp 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

License/Certification Required

(Not specified)

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches scheduled classes and or personal training sessions beginning and ending on time, provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down;
• Instruct participants on effective workout methods; explain proper techniques, demonstrate exercises;
• Identifies muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles;
• Prepares appropriate equipment, and music for participants;
• Assists participants, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for the class participants;
• Keeps management informed of participant and facility needs;
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to;
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally will work with various types of fitness equipment;
• The noise level in the work environment is generally loud within the facility and while performing duties. Data entry and light computer work.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2 plus years experience teaching group fitness classes and or personal training.

Work Schedule/Hours: Hours and schedule depend on number of classes taught or clients trained.

Anticipated Hiring Range: (Not specified)

Closing Date: 8/13/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51791

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