HIIT Coach

HIIT Coach
The HIIT Coach 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. HIIT Coach will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.
Major Responsibilities:
Pre-class Preparation:

• Arrive at the class location 10 to 15 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, answer questions, inquire about their fitness progress, and introduce and orient new participants. HIIT Coaches should know their participants on an individual basis and have a good sense of their fitness capabilities
• Clothing should be appropriate fitness attire. It should not prohibit participants from seeing proper form, alignment and movement of the body. However, clothing should not be revealing in an inappropriate manner. HIIT Coaches must wear QNTM-branded attire. Proper footwear should be worn at all times
• Prepare appropriate music for class. Refrain from using music with offensive language
• Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly and have microphones are 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 overall atmosphere is conducive to hearing, teaching, learning, and having fun
• Continually monitor participants to ensure all participants are using the 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 the microphone to the proper place
• Make sure the 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:

• Make sure that class begins and ends promptly. If necessary, adjust the class flow to ensure adherence to the schedule.
• If the Group Exercise Instructor is teaching the last class of the day, please follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Director for the individual facility
• In the event that a Group Exercise Instructor cannot fulfill a scheduled class, it is his/her responsibility to find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Director if there is a problem finding a substitute
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• Coaches must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules. Anyone committing to teach a class should make all arrangements so that substitutes or cancellations are a rare occurrence
• Attend all required staff meetings as necessary
• Ensure that 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 his/her responsibilities, fellow employees, and members

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Minimum six months teaching in a group exercise format
• Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and group exercise principles
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics
• Performance of a variety of exercise routines
• Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
• Must be able to maintain confidential information
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment
• Must provide verifiable proof of education if certified in a specialized skill (EX: Yoga, USAW, Stages, etc.)
• 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