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University of Central Oklahoma · 5 months ago

Student Group Fitness Instructor (Technical) - Wellness & Sport

positionEdmond, OK
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$18/hr - $23/hr

University of Central Oklahoma is seeking a Student Group Fitness Instructor for their Wellness & Sport department. The role involves teaching group exercise classes and ensuring proper procedures and safety measures are followed during fitness activities.

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Responsibilities

Conducts safe, effective and enjoyable exercise classes by providing excellent leadership, up-to-date quality instruction and high-energy motivation for Step, Hi/Low, Hip Hop, Strength Training, Kickboxing, Tai, Chi, Yoga, Pilates, Boot Camp, etc. programs
Assist, lead or facilitate a specific program or activity related to recreation or fitness for a group or individual instruction
Ensure information is provided on proper procedures, techniques, and principles on safety, risk management and liability, sport specific rules, and university policy
May assist in ensuring facilities, equipment, and materials for recreational programs are maintained and in good working order

Qualification

Group fitness certificationExercise physiology knowledgeAdult CPR certificationIntercultural communicationCommunication skillsDetail oriented

Required

This position will teach group exercise classes and must hold a current group fitness certification by a nationally recognized fitness association: ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or equivalent program
Knowledge of and ability to communicate exercise physiology principles as related to a well-rounded fitness program
Physically fit to lead class at appropriate level
Ability to develop routines with appropriate music and choreography
Ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals

Preferred

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Detail oriented
Dependable and thorough
Have sensitivity of intercultural communication, and good interpersonal skills
Current Adult CPR certification required. Current group fitness certification by a nationally recognized fitness association: ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or equivalent program

Company

University of Central Oklahoma

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University of Central Oklahoma is a school in Edmond.
dateFounded in 1890
location
Edmond, Oklahoma, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.uco.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

University of Central Oklahoma has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (9)
2024 (6)
2023 (2)
2022 (6)
2021 (6)
2020 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$4.98M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2024-10-28Grant· $4.98M

Leadership Team

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Leigha Pemberton
Assistant Director, Partnerships and Events
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Michelle Morgan
Executive Assistant III to VP Finance & Ops - CFO
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