Yoga / Meditation Instructor

Yoga / Meditation Instructor (Group Fitness Instructor)

Department Summary

The Department of Recreation & Wellbeing provides competitive and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, staff and campus affiliated community members. In addition to the 30 sports clubs, the department offers a wide range of recreational activities and state of the art equipment.

Job Summary

Yoga Instructor provides instruction in non-credited recreational or sports activities to participants of all ages. Applies full knowledge and experience in recreational sports activities to create and adjust program methods and processes and provides safe instruction to participants. We are seeking warm, outgoing, engaging, diverse team members who thrive in a community environment and are committed to guiding group classes that are empowering, energizing, and FUN.

Key Responsibilities

Provides Group Fitness activity instruction to program participants, individually or in groups.
Maintains a supportive environment for Group Fitness program participants and facilitates involvement

Interacts with Group Fitness program participants in a positive manner.l
Broadens knowledge of Group Fitness teaching methods, techniques and skills through continuing education.

Participates in required professional training and development activities.
May work in Group Fitness camps, fitness camps , and outdoor programs.

Leads in Group Fitness activity instruction to program participants, individually or in groups.
Arrives to Group Fitness class on time and prepared to teach.

Assure all equipment is stored correctly after Group Fitness class.
Communicate equipment problems and concerns to Fitness Program Supervisor.

Attend all Group Fitness Staff meetings.
Clock in and out through Caltime.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, critical thinking, multi-tasking, time management skills, and dynamic flexibility in adapting to the needs of clients.
Ability to exercise independent sound judgement and employ reasoning skills.
Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills.
Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.

Education

High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training

Licenses & Certifications

Nationally Recognized Yoga Certification

CPR/AED/ First Aid

Schedule & Location

Wednesdays - 12:30-1pm & 1pm-1:30pm

Fridays - 12:30-1pm & 1pm-1:30pm

Location: Strawberry Canyon Recreation Center

https://recwell.berkeley.edu/facilities/strawberry-canyon-recreation-pool/