Campus Recreation - Fitness Instructor (FWS/NFWS)

Purpose within the Organization:
The purpose of this position is to assist GCU Fitness under the department of Campus Recreation in leading weekly fitness classes for the GCU community. This position will also include working at weekly fitness events on campus throughout the semester.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading both indoor and outdoor weekly fitness classes on campus.
• Responsible for programming workouts, checking in participants, and making sure class runs smoothly.
• Promote and encourage involvement in the GCU Fitness community on campus.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the fitness class space in all Campus Recreation facilities.
• Other tasks as assigned

Applicants who are accepted for an interview will be required to do the following:

• A 10 minute in-person fitness class audition. You will lead a small group through a fitness class demo of your choice. Please come with a workout and music prepared.

Qualifications:

• Fitness equipment in on campus facilities
• Fusion software

Qualifications:

• Positive, energetic, well-spoken, confident in standing in front of a group and leading a class.
• At this time, we are looking for instructors to lead all class formats.
• Looking for applicants who are comfortable and confident in teaching more than one fitness format.
• Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Experience/Education:

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy.
Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program. 
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements. 

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027