Tiger X Group Fitness Instructor

About the Role Tiger X Group Fitness Instructors lead high-energy, inclusive group fitness classes at Pacific Recreation, delivering safe, engaging workouts that accommodate all fitness levels and promote health and well-being. Instructors follow Baun Fitness Center protocols to ensure proper warm-up, safe techniques, and progression.

What You'll Do

• Lead regularly scheduled and assigned group fitness classes for Pacific Recreation.
• Design and conduct classes following Baun Fitness Center protocols: warm-up, structured routines, and cool-down/stretch sessions.
• Select appropriate music matching class intensity and format.
• Lead safe and effective exercises within certified expertise; monitor participant safety and engagement.
• Foster a welcoming, supportive, and motivating environment.
• Promote and enforce Pacific Recreation policies consistently.
• Support fitness-related events and departmental initiatives.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing participant questions and feedback.
• Assist with fitness equipment maintenance and inventory; make recommendations for future equipment needs.
• Secure substitutes and class coverage when unable to attend.
• Clock in/out; track and report participant attendance after each class.
• Communicate major concerns, incidents, or equipment issues to professional staff.
• Arrive on time and prepared for classes, appointments, or meetings.
• Attend all staff meetings, in-services, and any required individual check-ins.
• Create a physically safe environment for participants of all abilities.
• Instructors must be capable of performing a variety of movements including aerobic exercises, jogging, dancing, stepping, marching, hopping, skipping, jumping, bending, stretching, and lifting light weights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act; CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current fitness certification from a Pacific Recreation-approved organization (e.g., ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, AFAA, NFPT, NPTI, Zumba, etc.).
• Current CPR/AED certification or obtain within 30 days of hire (in-house certification may be provided).

Nice to Have

• Strong public speaking and communication skills.
• Holds two national certifications in different group fitness formats, or holds one national certification and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least one year of teaching or training experience in group fitness or related settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in a campus or community setting.
• Ability to integrate culturally responsive practices into instruction and programming.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hiring Range $22-$35 DOE per hour.