Sports Specialist – Fitness Instructor

About the role

The Sports Specialist provides fitness instruction, personal training, and group exercise programs for active‑duty military personnel at the Fitness, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Department of Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in New Orleans.

Key responsibilities

• Design, supervise, coach, and instruct a variety of group exercise classes such as step, spin, and water aerobics.
• Conduct fitness testing and develop individualized conditioning programs covering aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
• Provide certified personal training services and support Command Fitness Leader (CFL) and Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) outreach initiatives.
• Instruct patrons on proper equipment use, ensure safety, and maintain clean, functional fitness spaces.
• Prepare written procedures, analyze fitness reports, and stay current with emerging fitness programming ideas.

Required profile

• Experience or education in fitness instruction, personal training, or related fields.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and collaborate with command representatives.
• Strong knowledge of aerobic, muscular, and flexibility training principles.

Required skills