Campus Recreation inMotion Instructor
Job Description
Purpose:
The mission of inMotion is to inspire and conduct fun, beneficial, alternative group
activities for the campus community at Sonoma State University. The core responsibility of
an inMotion instructor is to lead a fitness, wellness, dance or movement class in an inclusive
and friendly environment, inspiring participants to expand their fitness and pursue healthy
lifestyles.
Required Qualifications:
 Primary Group Fitness Certification and/or Certification in the area of fitness you’ll be
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CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
Strong background/knowledge of fitness class form.
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Upbeat, positive attitude
The ability to cater to the needs of all levels of participants
Knowledge of the Campus Recreation Center’s commitment to sustainability, as well
as the special features of the Recreation Center (will be covered in staff training)
Maintain an open-mind, and the desire to further your education as a group fitness
instructor (education opportunities are offered to our instructors)
Preferred Qualifications:
 Experience in teaching the group fitness class you are applying for
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Arrive 10 minutes before scheduled class time.
Set up any equipment prior to class and return to proper location once finished.
Follow all paperwork, payroll, and studio procedures.
Advertise inMotion class on and around campus (i.e. flyers, campus fairs, in-class
announcements).
Attend all mandatory inMotion and general Campus Rec staff meetings and trainings.
Provide a friendly, upbeat, and customer service orientated environment for all
participants at all times.
Be informed of other Campus Recreation activities occurring in the Recreation Center
and on campus.
Ensure a safe environment for all participants by being aware of Risk Management
policies and procedures.
Maintain open communication with inMotion coordinators and professional staff.
(PLEASE TEAR OFF AND KEEP FOR REFERENCE)
Overview of Our Program
inMotion is a component within the Campus Recreation Center run through the
Student Union Corporation that strives to provide healthy, effective alternatives to
standard workouts. In addition, group fitness classes provide the support needed to
serve as a vehicle to exercise adherence. inMotion emphasizes the importance of
healthy lifestyles by providing group fitness and dance classes for SSU students,
staff, faculty, and membership holders.
inMotion classes are only offered during the Fall and Spring semesters of the
academic school year. inMotion group fitness instructors on staff are typically SSU
students, although the position is open to all. Beginning Spring 2009, all of our
group fitness instructors hold a certification in primary group fitness, or in the
specific class they teach.
Classes offered through inMotion vary upon semester, however the following are
some examples of classes we’ve offered during past semesters: yoga (several
disciplines), pilates, dance (several styles/techniques), cardio kickboxing, spin,
abs/buns/thighs, body sculpting/toning, step aerobics, boot camp, and selfdefense. Variations of the previously mentioned classes have been held through
inMotion, and we encourage individuals applying for an instructor position to
suggest new classes.
Participation in the inMotion program is open to all fitness levels, shapes, and sizes!
Aside from “Free-Week” or other complimentary promotions, participants must
purchase a pass in order to attend an inMotion class. Passes may be purchased at
the Front Desk of the Recreation Center. Furthermore, a waiver must be signed
prior to participation. Due to the concern for our participants’ safety, those who are
not properly dressed for exercise may not participate in the class.
Overall, inMotion is designed to offer participants a safe, welcoming atmosphere in
which they can enjoy fitness and health with the support of their peers, our
instructors, and the coordinators.
PLEASE ATTACH:
Resume - Current availability and class schedule - Fall semester availability
Class Type: ____________________________________________
Please provide a brief description of the structure of the class. (i.e. muscle groups,
intensity/experience level, types of exercises/movements)
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Please provide a brief description of how a typical class would run:
Length of class (circle one):
30min
45min
60min
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What type of equipment would be necessary for the Rec Center to provide for your
class?
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What experience do you have that would qualify you to teach this class?
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What else would you like to share with us about the class you are applying to
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Name:______________ inMotion Class:_______________
Semester Availability
*Please shade the times you are UNAVAILABLE*
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
8am
8:30am
9am
9:30 am
10 am
10:30am
11 am
11:30am
NOON
12:30pm
1 pm
1:30 pm
2-3:30pm
Typically, we do not schedule classes during this time due to low participant numbers.
4pm
4:30pm
5pm
5:30pm
6pm
6:30pm
7pm
7:30pm
8pm
8:30pm
Upon completion, please submit this application to the Front Desk of the Recreation Center. You
may also e-mail your completed application to ssu_inmotion@yahoo.com , or fax it (please include a
cover page labeled “ATTN: inMotion Coordinators”) to 707. 664.3432