Fitness & Instruction Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor (Student Wage)
University of Virginia
Summary
Location of position: Aquatic & Fitness Center, Slaughter Recreation Center, Mem Gym, North Grounds Recreation Center
Job description
Personal Trainer
- Nationally recognized personal training certification such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, etc. is required.
- Some experience administering fitness assessments and/or consultations.
- Some experience designing and leading personal training sessions in an individual or group setting.
- Ability to fully engage with students and members in vibrant activities that promote fitness and wellness.
- For participant safety, ability to identify the need for modifying movements and communicating and demonstrating these modifications to participants.
- Availability to consistently work with a number of clients per semester.
- Must have exemplary customer service skills and communication skills.
- Responsible for attending regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service sessions.
Group Fitness Instructor
- Certification appropriate for the class format that will be taught. Certifications include, but are not limited to: ACE, ACSM, AEA, NASM, NSCA, Spinning, BOSU, TRX, Zumba, Yoga Alliance, Pilates, Barre.
- CPR certification is required. First Aid certification is preferred.
- Some experience leading group fitness classes.
- Some experience designing workouts and assembling appropriate music playlists.
- Ability to fully engage with students and members in vibrant activities that promote fitness and wellness.
- For participant safety, ability to identify the need for modifying movements and communicating and demonstrating these modifications to participants.
- Availability to commit to a regular schedule of classes each semester.
- Must have exemplary customer service skills and communication skills.
- Responsible for attending regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service sessions.
Location of position: Aquatic & Fitness Center, Slaughter Recreation Center, Mem Gym, North Grounds Recreation Center
Compensation: $16-$28 Hourly
Anticipated Weekly Hours: 5-8
Minimum Requirements
Education: Current UVA student
Experience: None
Licensure: None
Requirements
- Nationally recognized personal training certification such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, etc. is required.
- Some experience administering fitness assessments and/or consultations.
- Some experience designing and leading personal training sessions in an individual or group setting.
- Ability to fully engage with students and members in vibrant activities that promote fitness and wellness.
- For participant safety, ability to identify the need for modifying movements and communicating and demonstrating these modifications to participants.
- Availability to consistently work with a number of clients per semester.
- Must have exemplary customer service skills and communication skills.
- Responsible for attending regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service sessions.
- Certification appropriate for the class format that will be taught. Certifications include, but are not limited to: ACE, ACSM, AEA, NASM, NSCA, Spinning, BOSU, TRX, Zumba, Yoga Alliance, Pilates, Barre.
- CPR certification is required. First Aid certification is preferred.
- Some experience leading group fitness classes.
- Some experience designing workouts and assembling appropriate music playlists.
- Availability to commit to a regular schedule of classes each semester.
- Education: Current UVA student
- Experience: None
- Licensure: None
Company overview
The University of Virginia (UVA) is a prestigious public research university founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. As a leading academic institution, UVA operates a comprehensive health system and medical center that serves as a major healthcare provider for central Virginia. The university's academic medical center includes the UVA Health System, which encompasses a 700-bed hospital, outpatient clinics, and specialized care facilities. UVA is renowned for its medical research programs, particularly in areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and infectious diseases. The School of Medicine consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the United States and conducts groundbreaking biomedical research through its various institutes and centers. UVA's research enterprise spans basic science, translational research, and clinical trials, with significant contributions to medical advancements and healthcare innovation. The university's academic programs in health sciences include medicine, nursing, and public health, training the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical knowledge through cutting-edge research initiatives.