Group Fitness Instructor

GENERAL SUMMARY

Group Fitness Instructor with the knowledge and drive to apply education and enthusiasm in supporting residents in their wellness journeys, particularly in the areas of nutrition, physiology, and the management of wellness/fitness services. Promotes activities and coping methods that transform unhealthy habits and fuel healthy minds and bodies. Enjoys inspiring others to commit to long-term health and fitness goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Lead fitness classes in various disciplines for our Active Aging residents
• Educate residents on proper form, body mechanics, and anatomy to prevent injuries
• Design and implement effective fitness programs for groups
• Encourage residents to maintain and/or achieve their fitness goals
• Willingness to teach classes on all areas of campus to ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents.

HOSPITALITY FOCUS: 

Dallas Retirement Village fully embraces a culture of hospitality.  To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:

1. We greet residents, employees, and guests warmly, by name, and with a smile.
2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.
3. We strive to anticipate resident, employee, and guest needs and act accordingly.
4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
6. We embrace and value our differences.
7. We make residents, employees, and guests feel important.
8. We ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, always.
10. We pay attention to details.

WELLNESS FOCUS:

Dallas Retirement Village employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents and employees.  This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness:  Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual, and Vocational.  Through these efforts, we can ensure and exceed residents’ wellness needs relating to their mind, body, and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED (required)
• Group Fitness Certified and/or any combination of experience and education in the fitness and wellness field (preferred).  Resumes and references should reflect experience.
• CPR & First Aid Certified (required)
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

• Previous experience as a fitness instructor or personal trainer (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of various fitness disciplines helpful
• Understanding of anatomy and body mechanics to ensure safe and effective workouts
• Experience in program design and sports coaching is a plus but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with residents – your personality should shine!
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals of all fitness and mobility levels

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normally works in well-lit, comfortable surroundings.  Must be able to concentrate with frequent interruptions. Frequent walking; frequent bending, reaching, and stooping. The job requires individual to perform and demonstrate proper form and technique. Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty (50) lbs. independently.  They may be exposed to communicable diseases including the HIV and HBV viruses, unpleasant odors, and combative behavior.