Group Fitness Instructor

The St. James is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor at the Springfield, VA location.

The St. James is the premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination brand in the country, with a mission to maximize human potential by designing, developing and operating sports, wellness and entertainment destinations that engage, inspire and empower people to pursue their passions and be their best at play, at work and in life.  Our flagship development in Springfield, Virginia features a premium health club, celebrity chef-inspired restaurant, premium medi-spa, 20,000 sq. ft. active entertainment center, as well as an indoor field house with FIFA-sized field, two NHL-regulation sized ice rinks, 52-meter Olympic competition pool and much, much more.  The St. James allows the whole family to pursue their passions in multiple sports. 

The Group Fitness Instructor provides state-of-the-art group fitness instruction that significantly contributes to each member’s health and fitness goals. To develop and instruct fun, energetic and highly motivational group fitness classes for all fitness and skill levels.

Education and Certification:

• Current National Group Fitness (ACE or AFAA preferred) certification or equivalent and maintain certification standards.
• Certification in specific exercise format(s) preferred.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Must have current First Aid certification.

Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of group fitness teaching experience preferred.

Personal Skills

• Strong core values including honesty, stewardship, integrity and determinatiStrong leadership qualities.
• Possess excellent customer service and hospitality skills
• Dependable and punctual.
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational with large groups.
• Excellent physical condition.
• Professional manner and appearance.
• Basic practical knowledge of human anatomy and kinesiology.
• Must be eager to learn and continue professional development and education.
• Organized and creative.
• Ability to self-promote and network.
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction while leading the entire group fitness class.
• Provide a safe group fitness class with a variety of movement.
• Attempt to know each exercise participant’s name and their individual fitness goals.
• Ensure the safety of all exercise participants at all times.
• Vary exercise routines while complying with established formats and standards.
• Exercise routines, music and class format must be designed according to the group fitness department, ACE or AFAA guidelines.
• Monitor and record class attendance.
• Maintain music and microphone volume at an acceptable level. (below 85 decibels)
• Greet each member and guest with a smile and personalized comment.
• Arrive early to class and stay after class to answer participant’s questions.
• Actively seek member and guest needs and concerns and use this information to provide appropriate motivation.
• Assist in promoting other health and fitness related programs at The St. James.
• Complete class checklist for area cleanliness.
• Comply with established dress code.
• Check e-mail and text messages for any updates prior to each class.
• With the assistance of the Group Fitness Director, locate a suitable substitute teacher if unable to instruct class and immediately inform Group Fitness Director and front desk staff with any issues relating to arriving to class on time. 
• Attend all scheduled meetings and training workshops.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For more information, please visit our website: www.thestjames.com

The St. James is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.