Fitness And Wellness Coordinator

As the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator, you'll have the  chance to craft the entire range and schedule of classes right from the get-go. Picture this: a blank canvas where your creativity knows no bounds!

Your mission? To curate an irresistible lineup of classes that cater to the diverse needs of our community. From yoga to high-intensity workouts, you'll be the mastermind behind it all. Plus, you'll continually evaluate class quality and demand to ensure our offerings are nothing short of exceptional.

You'll be the captain of our passionate and dedicated fitness team, recruiting top-notch instructors and providing them with the leadership and support they need to shine.

We're seeking someone who lives and breathes Fitness and Wellness, with their finger firmly on the pulse of industry trends and training techniques. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire our team and members alike!

In this role, you'll dedicate around 6 to 8 hours per week, with the flexibility to lead classes yourself if you so choose. And don't worry, we'll compensate you at the appropriate instructor rate for your extra efforts.

Our vision? To offer a program that's second to none, with an initial lineup of 10-12 classes per week, set to expand based on demand. With a dedicated group fitness room and two versatile multipurpose rooms at your disposal, the sky's the limit!

Join us in shaping a community-focused recreation center where wellness knows no bounds.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Programming

• Research and remain up to date with industry trends in Fitness and Wellness
• With consideration to industry trends, customer demand and the competitive environment develop a Fitness and Wellness program
• Regularly review and revise the program timetable
• Manage and monitor class attendances and respond to low and high numbers as necessary
• Develop participant guidelines for the attendance to classes, including class sizes, attire, equipment needs
• Determine equipment requirements for all classes
• Develop and deliver additional health, Fitness and Wellness initiatives which positively contribute to the customer experience and the broader health and Wellness of the Brighton community. For example, mens health week initiatives, exercise in the park, fitness testing, neighbourhood walk etc..
• Obtain customer feedback through the most appropriate means and respond as necessary 
• Report on and analyse program attendances and trends

Personnel Management

• Recruit instructors for the delivery of all classes
• Develop and deliver a specific Fitness and Wellness induction program (to compliment the broader staff induction)
• Roster instructors to deliver classes
• Ensure that all staff comply with all centre policies including the code of conduct and child protection policy
• Conduct staff evaluations on a regular basis
• Development of and implementation of a process for covering of classes in the event of an instructors inability to conduct a class 
• Facilitate group training/meetings for the instructors as a collective, as required
• Ensure instructors are aware of the incident/accident reporting procedure, and that they complete such reporting as necessary

General

• Undertake Fitness and Wellness equipment inventories as necessary, and purchase, repair and maintain as required
• Provide input and guidance to the Marketing/ Program Manager on all Fitness and Wellness marketing and communications activities.
• Provide guidance and input to the reception/administration department regarding memberships, class bookings and entry into classes
• Manage safe and efficient health and fitness programs within legislative guidelines
• Comply with the Brighton Recreational procedures for safety, training, document control, corrective and preventative action and customer complaints 
• Ensure that all hygiene issues are dealt with as required
• Performs other duties as required

• Demonstrated experience in the fitness industry
• Certificate III in Fitness
• Hold and maintain a Working with Children 
• Hold right to work in Australia
• First aid certificate
• Fitness Australia Registration (or equivalent)

• Previous experience in the coordination of fitness classes/program
• Previous experience as a supervisor/ team leader in a similar position
• Certificate IV in Fitness

Applications Close: Thursday 18th April 2024

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