Previous experience in water aerobics class instruction is preferred.
Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Know safe exercise techniques and principles, general human anatomy, and kinesiology.
Know group fitness teaching strategies, music incorporation, tempo, and cueing techniques.
Demonstrate skills effectively and modify movements for participants at all fitness levels.
Know water aerobics program design, form and mechanics cueing, modifications, and progressive exercise implementation.
Handle job responsibilities independently.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Hold current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications.
Hold a Water Aerobics Certification.
Have open availability.
Responsibilities
Develop positive relationships with class participants through motivational instruction and education.
Prepare and lead an engaging, effective group class based on the class description.
Create a welcoming environment for participants of every fitness level.
Monitor and connect with participants during class by guiding form, technique, modifications, and breathing cues, and encouraging them to listen to their bodies and work within their abilities.
Help participants correct form, provide alternative movements when needed, and stay motivated to attain personal goals.
Clean and organize the group fitness space before and after each class.
Maintain records of classes taught or covered, including attendance numbers.
As needed, secure substitute instructors for regularly scheduled classes or classes agreed to cover.
Represent the Farmhouse professionally by greeting residents before and after class and encouraging new residents to join.
Maintain all current and correct certifications.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in water aerobics class instruction.
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.