Brooklyn Aerial instructor

ABOUT VITAL

Our mission at VITAL is to create places that people love. While our gyms focus on bouldering, we also offer programs such as yoga, aerial, cycle, and fitness. VITAL gyms are open to members 24/7. We’re open to the public during the day, but only members can unlock the door at night. The sense of trust and ownership this inspires is part of what makes the VITAL community special.

We are optimists at heart, which means that we believe in our customers and in our team.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR CUSTOMERS. We build and operate our gyms to such a high standard because everyone deserves to be a part of something wonderful. The relationships people form at VITAL enrich life and lead to new adventures. By living out our belief in our customers they, in turn, believe in one another. This reciprocal goodwill makes VITAL more than just a gym, it becomes part of a full and connected life.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR TEAM. We believe that the best team is one that is unified and working hard towards a shared vision. Being part of such a team is challenging, and also rewarding. We support and invest in the people who work here with the goal of bringing up great leaders prepared to take on challenges at work and beyond.

THE POSITION

Aerial instructors are responsible for creating a safe and encouraging environment and inspire a love of flying within the VITAL community! Our instructors should be able to give productive feedback while creating an environment of positivity and fun in aerial classes. Aerial Instructors program classes range from introductory to advanced, as well as focus on strength, conditioning, and flexibility. The aerial program at VITAL focuses on the use of aerial silks and hammock. At times, workshops are offered that include other disciplines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Instructors with a regular weekly schedule (not subs) maintain at least one class per week on the schedule . Scheduled classes should begin and end on time while following class structure and protocol.

  • Instruct participants on proper techniques

  • Rig and strike for classes . Report equipment problems and return all teaching equipment to proper storage. For outdoor classes, the crew may be asked to  assist with patio furniture re-location and sweeping debris pre-class.. For indoor classes, instructors are responsible for clearing the area of climbers and putting up safety barrier ropes. 

  • Keep Aerial Lead informed of customer and facility needs

  • Checks-in students if no crew is present to assist

  • Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.

  • Observe and discuss individual progress with participants as appropriate. Instructors will email Aerial Lead noting when a student is ready for level progression or may be contacted by the lead for a progress report on their primary students.

  • Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.

  • Respond to and report all accidents and incidents. 

  • Performs related duties as required.

  • Color your classes with your own style and personality! We each have different strengths, focuses, and teaching styles that will appeal to different students. 

  • Responsibly procure coverage when needed and substitute for other instructors when available

BENEFITS

  • Starting wage at $50/hour

  • PTO, up to 16 hours annually

  • Structured wage increases

  • Health insurance programs

  • Internal incentive programs 

  • Mental health program 

  • Employee membership with access to all programs and classes

  • Friends and family memberships (2)

  • Discounts with community partners

  • Discounts at the VITAL pro shop

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Have at least 4 years of experience in teaching students of all levels (beginner through professional) 

  • Be able to give clear verbal cueing 

  • Be comfortable adjusting your verbal cueing for students who need different ways of hearing things explained

  • Be able to comfortably watch 3 students in the air at a time

  • Be comfortable enforcing safety rules and class policies

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.