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Group Fitness Coordinator

CompanyCottonwood Heights Parks and Recreation
LocationCottonwood Heights
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 28, 2026
About The Company
Located at the base of Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons, Cottonwood Heights Parks and Recreation Center has provided parks, recreation, and fitness for the community since 1967. Beginning with a couple of pools and an adjacent building, into what we are now the Service Area has grown exponentially. We now have seven pools (outdoor & indoor), an Olympic-sized ice sheet, full-sized basketball court, racquet ball courts, walking/running tracks, multiple cardio and fitness rooms, group fitness classes, various youth lessons and programs, outdoor pickleball and tennis courts and multiple parks- just to name a few! We have something for everyone! We are an independent special taxing district within Cottonwood Heights boundaries, and a separate entity from Cottonwood Heights City and Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation. CHPRSA is governed by elected board members, one from each of the three respective districts comprising the service area.
About the Role

Description

Group Fitness Coordinator

Applications and resumes will be accepted until March 15, 2026.

  • Part-time, non-seasonal position with no benefits.
  • Flexible schedule, approximately 15-20 hours per week, including weekdays, weekends, mornings, evenings, and holidays.

Pay: $16.00 – $16.80 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Group Fitness Coordinator to oversee our Group Fitness program, focusing on land-based aerobics classes. This position involves scheduling, staffing, and enhancing our fitness offerings to ensure an engaging and high-quality experience for our community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee the Group Fitness program and staff.
  • Schedule and staff monthly fitness classes.
  • Recruit and, when necessary, terminate employees.
  • Introduce new class formats while discontinuing low-performing sessions.
  • Maintain regular communication with staff regarding facility and schedule updates via email, GroupMe, and text messaging.
  • Facilitate semi-annual group fitness meetings.
  • Evaluate staff performance and provide necessary professional development.
  • Oversee equipment maintenance in group fitness rooms, reporting issues to the Operations Department.
  • Manage and update group fitness social media platforms.
  • Monitor class attendance and assist with online scheduling using the Acuity Scheduling platform.
  • Maintain no-show records and communicate with patrons as needed.
  • Plan and implement special events, pop-up classes, and engagement activities.
  • Promote new classes, holiday events, and special programs.
  • Maintain both digital and paper employee records.
  • Conduct an annual performance evaluation for each group fitness employee. 
  • Ensure all staff maintain current certifications in group fitness and CPR/First Aid/AED.

Qualifications:

  • Must actively teach regular classes within the Group Fitness schedule.
  • Current Primary Group Fitness or Personal Trainer Certification from ACE, AFAA, or NASM (other certifications may be accepted with prior approval from the Recreation and Fitness Manager).
  • Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification for adults from the American Red Cross.
  • Strong understanding of physiology and anatomy, as well as solid aerobic endurance, strength, and flexibility.
  • Ability to effectively integrate music and choreography.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.


Key Skills
Program ManagementStaff SchedulingEmployee RecruitmentClass Format DevelopmentCommunicationPerformance EvaluationEquipment MaintenanceSocial Media ManagementOnline SchedulingEvent PlanningPromotionRecord KeepingPhysiologyAnatomyMusic IntegrationChoreography
Categories
Sports & RecreationManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
This role is responsible for managing and overseeing the Group Fitness program, which includes scheduling, staffing monthly classes, and introducing new class formats while discontinuing underperforming ones. Key duties also involve staff communication, performance evaluation, overseeing equipment maintenance, and managing group fitness social media platforms.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$16 - $17
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
42
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
15 hours
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