Position

Group Fitness (Yoga/Pilates)

Responsibilities

Position Overview: To develop and lead yoga classes that utilize safe and effective movements.

Major Duties: Ensure safety of participants by understanding general signs and symptoms of physical exertion; general knowledge of exercise recommendation principles; ensure safety of participants by reporting any facility problems; answer questions regarding routine movement and another related exercise concerns.

Minor Duties: Responsible for appropriate use of all aerobic related equipment; maintain up-to-date information on current aerobic trends and movement.

Qualifications

Experience required: Individuals who have prior experience teaching Yoga/Pilates classes. (preferred). Must be comfortable in front of groups; appreciation of individual skills and diversity of class participants; ability to provide a positive environment free of discrimination for all class participants.

Certification Requirement: Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Standard First Aid (American Red Cross –preferred); National Certification (preferred). YOGA – Yoga/Pilates certification (required) Yoga Fit certification preferred. Note: Once an interview has been arranged you will need to come prepared to teach a 20 minutes routine for YOGA. Each routine should include warm-up, cardio and cool down. You will also need to provide your own music.

To Apply

Interested and qualified individuals should submit an online application, with a resume, and a copy of their Yoga/Pilates certification to: University Recreation, Assistant Director of Student Personnel, 200 SAC, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859.

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