Group Fitness Instructor

Group Fitness Instructor

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• Location 13850 Portland Ave South, Burnsville, MN, 55337, United States

• Job Category Health and Fitness

• Employee Type Part-Time 1-19

Contact information

• Name Lee Moffat

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Description

Inspire, motivate, and make a difference every day. Join our team as a Certified Group Fitness Instructor and lead engaging classes that help members of all ages achieve their wellness goals. We're currently looking for an energetic cardio instructor to teachMonday mornings from 8:30-9:15 a.m.for our ForeverWell (55+) community.

Additional opportunities available across a variety of popular formats, including strength and cardio, water exercise, SilverSneakers, MOSSA, Les Mills, Yoga, Pilates, Dance, and more. Enjoy a flexible schedule, professional development and training opportunities, a free YMCA membership, and the chance to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team. Nationally recognized Group Fitness Instructor Certification and CPR/AED certification are required.

The salary range of this position starts at $ 16.50 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/maintenance staff. The incumbent should address members by name and encourage participation in activities.

4. Qualifications: Required • 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 • 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes

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.