Job Details: Job Location: Cobblestone Creek Country Club - Lawrence Township, NJ, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Reports to: Sports Director Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position. Education and/or Experience • One year of experience as a personal trainer or as a Group Exercise Instructor at a gym, physical fitness franchise operation or private club. Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations • Ability to design and implement safe and effective classes appropriate to the group. • Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique and rhythm. • Excellent verbal and visual cueing skills. • Motivates class members to excel and push themselves while demonstrating a caring attitude and conveying comments and suggestions with tact and constructive criticism. • Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations. Job Summary (Essential Functions) Educate club members and guests by providing group fitness instruction and teaching safe and effective exercise classes in accordance with all club policies and procedures. Job Tasks/Duties • Teaches scheduled classes that begin and end on time; provide adequate warm-up, exercise, stretching and cool-down. • Instructs class members on effective workout methods, explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises, identifies different muscle groups and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles. • Prepares appropriate equipment, music and handouts for each class. • Assists class members, answers questions and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and other class participants. • Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs. • Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are followed. Licenses and Special Requirements • Must be certified to train with a certification from a reputable organization. • Current CPR and AED certification through the American Red Cross. Physical Demands and Work Environment • The noise level of the exercise studio is loud when class is in session. • Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 30 pounds. • Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance and/or crouch. • Continuous repetitive motions. • Physical exertion over long periods of time. • Regular fitness conditioning and swimming. • Must often work in a wet, humid and noisy environment.Qualifications: