Group Fitness Instructor

Description

Certified Group Fitness Instructor | Minneapolis | $26.50 per hour | Monday & Friday Mornings + Wednesday Afternoons

*Nationally recognized Group Fitness Instructor Certification required and CPR/AED. Certification in SilverSneakers preferred.


At a Glance:

The Dayton YMCA is seeking a passionate and experienced fitness instructor to lead four specialized group exercise classes at a local senior living community. One class serves participants in a memory care unit, and all classes are tailored to older adults with varying abilities. We are looking for one instructor to teach all four classes, providing consistency, relationship-building, and a positive experience for participants.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate holds a SilverSneakers® certification and a nationally recognized Group Exercise and/or Personal Training certification, with at least three years of hands-on instruction or training experience. The candidate should have a passion for working with older adults, including those with cognitive and physical limitations, and can confidently adapt programming to support a wide range of abilities. Success in this role requires patience, empathy, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and meaningful fitness experiences for every participant.

Schedule: 4 classes per week

• Monday mornings
• Wednesday afternoons
• Friday mornings

Pay: The salary for this position is $26.50 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.

1. Job Summary:

The Group Fitness Instructor instructs quality group fitness classes, provides excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

2. Essential Functions:

• 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.
• Be able to respond and follow YMCA policies and procedures in emergency situations.

3. Relationships:

This position reports to the Program Manager who reports to the Director of Healthy Living. The incumbent works closely with the other PT instructors, supervisor, member services, and building or maintenance staff. The incumbent should address members by name and encourage participation in activities.

4. Qualifications:

Required

• Certifications: CPR, AED, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise 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

Preferred

• 3 year of experience teaching group fitness classes
• SilverSneakers® certification

5. Work Conditions:

• Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
• Must be able to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. at a time.
• Exposure to music volume ranging from moderate to loud.
  Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

6. Additional Notes:

Supervisory titles may change depending on branch. This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.