Group Fitness Instructor

About This Role

Leading quality group fitness classes is the core of this instructor role, providing excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes wellness. The instructor will work in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality group fitness classes, as directed by the Program Manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
• Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes
• Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry and YMCA trends to provide effective information and training to members
• Keep accurate class attendance records
• Respond and follow YMCA policies and procedures in emergency situations
• Address members by name and encourage participation in activities

Requirements

• Nationally recognized Group Fitness Instructor Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification
• CPR/AED certification
• Certification in areas of expertise (Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Cycle, Mat Pilates, Dance, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, etc.)
• Attend and successfully complete within 90 days of hire: YMCA Healthy Lifestyles
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills
• Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. at a time
• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency

Nice to have:

• 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Career development
• Training opportunity
• Free Y membership
• Wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) for full-time employees
• Generous paid time off for full-time employees

Important Details

• Exposure to music volume ranging from moderate to loud

About the Company

The YMCA is seeking certified Group Fitness Instructors.