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BOXING FITNESS TRAINER Are you looking for a Boxing/Personal Training opportunity with the number one name brand in the fitness industry? Do you have a passion for fitness and want to share that with others? Are you a career-minded leader who can think outside the box and rocket our top-notch team to the next level? Do you want to bring “FITNESS THAT MATTERS” to our members? If so, this is the opportunity for you! We are looking for motivated Boxing Fitness Trainers who will provide motivating and personalized fitness programs for individuals and small groups on a regular basis while working with a dedicated staff to help members achieve results! The instructor will lead members, in a group environment, through a pre-arranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance, while ensuring that the safety of the members is not compromised. The Group Exercise Boxing Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness. Major Responsibilities: Pre‑class Preparation: Arrive at class location 10 to 15 minutes ahead of scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, answer questions, inquire about their fitness progress, introduce and orient new participants. Know participants on an individual basis and have a good sense of their fitness capabilities. Dress in appropriate fitness attire; not revealing in an inappropriate manner; when possible wear Gold’s Gym branded attire. Wear proper footwear at all times. Prepare appropriate music for class. If using multiple tapes, ensure everything is rewound and ready to play when needed. Refrain from using music with offensive language. Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly and have microphones ready. During Class Responsibilities: Introduce yourself and the format of the class. Inquire if there are any “first‑timers” in the group and, if so, assess their fitness level in as private a manner as possible. Make sure all verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of the music and the overall atmosphere is conducive to hearing, teaching, learning and having fun. Monitor participants to ensure all participants are using correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels. Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants. After Class Responsibilities: Remove all music and return microphone to the proper place. Ensure room is in order for the next class to begin. Answer any questions/concerns participants may have. Solicit feedback from participants about the class. Additional Responsibilities: Ensure class begins and ends promptly. Adjust flow of the class to ensure adherence to the schedule if necessary. If teaching the last class of the day, follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Director for the individual facility. If unable to fulfill a scheduled class, find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Director if there is a problem finding a substitute. Be dependable and consistent in your class schedules. Substitutes or cancellations should be a rare occurrence. Attend all required staff meetings as necessary. Ensure proper time recording procedures are followed correctly and in a timely manner. Prepare any incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents. Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards responsibilities, fellow employees, and members. Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible. Qualifications & Requirements: At least six months teaching in a group exercise format. Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles. Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics. Performance of a variety of exercise routines. Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills. Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment. Instructors having a specialized skill such as Yoga, Pilates, Body Pump, Body Attack, etc. must provide verifiable proof of education. Minimum of 6 months teaching in a group environment. Group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, ACSM. Current CPR certification and basic first aid training is required. Physical demands include, but are not limited to, the ability to lift light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning and kicking. Gold's Gym – VA/MD/PA/SC Stronger with YOU Gold’s Gym is one of the most iconic brands in the world. As “The Authority in Fitness Since 1965”, Gold’s Gym is recognized for superior service, facilities, programs, and products. Today’s Gold’s Gyms carry that philosophy forward and enhance it with expanding offerings, innovation, and technology. As part of the Gold’s Gym family, you will experience the pride and privilege of being a part of this great heritage. What started out in 1965 as a small gym in Venice Beach, California has since become the most well-known and traditional fitness company in the world – Gold's Gym. Over the last 55 years, Gold's Gym has developed into a global brand with over 600 locations spanning 6 continents. Bodybuilding greats such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno and Franco Columbu worked out at the original Gold's Gym, which went on to become the most legendary gym in the world. In the fitness industry, the brand enjoys cult status and universal appeal with 96% aided brand awareness. We attribute much of our success to our company culture. We're down-to-earth, reliable, and entrepreneurial – but also enthusiastic, collaborative, and creative. If this feels like you, we can't wait to get your application! Do you have experience teaching Group Fitness classes? * What areas do you have experience in teaching? (ie Yoga, Pilates, Body Pump, Body Attack) * Do you have group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, ACSM? * I was referred to this position by a current employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gold's Gym

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