Group Fitness Instructor

Job Title: Group Fitness Instructor


FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Part-time


Reports to: Healthy Living Coordinator

Possible Classes Include: Senior Fitness and Water Fitness morning and evening class availability.

Wage Range: $15-25, depending on certifications and experience.


We are looking for talented, committed, and enthusiastic people to join our team! Specifically looking for those who are able to teach classes for active older adults, and applicants who offer overall group fitness varieties.

Position Summary

Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.


Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Leads group exercise classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Maintains required CEC's and national certifications.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y's commitment to equity and diversity.
• Potential classes may include Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, TRX, Kettle Bells, Active Older Adults, etc.

YMCA Competencies

• Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y's values
• Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs
• Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions
• Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others
• Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others
• Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another
• Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process

Required Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• National certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification. - Connect with us to see if you are an eligible candidate to have the Y cover the cost of your certification!
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in area(s) of expertise. i.e., Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Cycle, Mat Pilates, Dance, Active Older Adults, Silver Sneakers, etc.
• 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.


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.

Other Duties


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

EEO Statement


The Red Wing Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training

Pay Range: $15 - $25 per hour