Fitness Instructor

Summary: As a Fitness Instructor, you will foster a fun and welcoming environment by providing exceptional group class instruction to our members and guests and ensuring a smooth flow of group class instruction for an outstanding CRG community experience.

Responsibilities

Plan and teach hourly group classes, utilize CRG provided class program curriculum when appropriate. Substitute for other group classes occasionally. Create an inclusive space in classes. Clean the room before and after class, making sure space is tidied up and that participants wipe down equipment used, leaving it in usable condition for the next class.

Other duties as required.

Requirements

Flexible schedule – ability to work nights, weekends, early mornings, and Holidays. 3+ years teaching experience and 200-hour certification from a Fitness/Yoga accredited school/training program. Knowledge and understanding of specified fitness/yoga advancements and teaching practices a plus. Friendly, approachable, and patient personality.

Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills. Climbing specific knowledge is helpful but not required. Self-motivated to work, self-directed and independent. Title: Fitness Instructor Reports to: General Manager Pay Range: $25 - $40/hour Location: Syracuse, NY About Central Rock Gym Central Rock Gym isn’t just a climbing gym — it’s a community-powered space where confidence is built, limits are challenged, and everyone is welcome.

From first-time climbers nervously tying in to seasoned athletes projecting hard routes, CRG is a place where people come to grow — physically, mentally, and socially. Our gyms are vibrant, high-energy environments that combine world-class climbing with fitness, youth programs, and a strong sense of belonging. What truly sets us apart isn’t just the walls — it’s the people who create the experience every day.