Job Details
** Fitness Instructor**
Location: Napa, CA, US
Property Name: Dolce Silverado Req Id: 13303
**Job Summary**
* To teach the various fitness classes, personal training and recreational activities
* To assess and monitor the physical fitness levels of each guest and to prescribe the subsequent individualized exercise program
* To prescribe the take home fitness package for the guests
* To provide personal attention to the guests
**Education & Experience**
* Four year college degree in physical education, exercise physiology, health or related field
* One year experience as a fitness instructor desired
* One year experience as a personal trainer
* One year experience in with fitness assessments and testing
* Must attend product knowledge training
* CPR training required
* Must be certified in at least one association (ALFA, ACE, ASCM)
**Physical Requirements**
* Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
* Medium work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
**General Requirements**
* Teaches exercise classes, personal training, assessments and recreational activities
* Evaluates the guest's physical fitness level
* Develops a fitness program for the guest
* Monitors the progress for the guest's fitness program
* Explains the take home package to the guest
* Prepares the fitness department equipment and supplies daily
* Maintains the supplies plus keeps the fitness studios, testing area and pools well stocked with appropriate supplies and laundry items
* Stays up-dated on the latest developments pertinent to the department and becomes well-versed and trained in their usage
* Ensures a pleasant visit for each guest
* Maintains effective guest relations
* Performs special projects delegated by the Fitness Supervisor and Spa Director
* Performs whatever also is necessary to ensure and maintain a pleasant visit for each guest
* Conducts tours of the facility
* Maintains cleanliness and neatness of the facility and equipment
* Knowledge of all treatments and the ability to explain treatments to guest
**Fundamental Requirements**
* Must possess the skill required to perform various types of exercise classes, e.g., aerobic, toning, stretching, water exercise, etc.
* Must be proficient in all aspects of fitness testing and prescription, e.g., cardiovascular, flexibility, body composition, strength, pulmonary function, etc.
* Must have the ability to work under pressure without letting that pressure show to the guest
* Must have a friendly, congenial personality
* Must have a cooperative attitude
* Must have a willingness to work and be flexible in work scheduling
* Must be a patient, courteous listener, able to show empathy
* Must exhibit energy and enthusiasm for the job and the facility
* Must be able to work well with people
* Must insure the privacy of each guest
* Must set a good example in the department