Group Exercise Instructor

Job Title: Group Fitness Class Instructors

Looking for the following class instructors: Zumba, Boxing / Kickboxing, HIIT, Bootcamp, Strength/functional fitness, Senior Fitness, Aqua Fitness, Tai Chi

Position Summary: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for instructing group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

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:

1. Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
2. Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
3. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
4. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
5. Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants' capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
6. Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
7. Keeps accurate class attendance records.
8. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Leadership Competencies:

• Communication & Influence
• Engaging Community

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma / GED required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications required within 30 days of hire.
• Highly attentive to detail.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Current certification to be an instructor in discipline desired to instruct. Credentialing as required by state law for course to be taught or administered. Proof of certification and/or credentials required.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Work Environment & 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee frequently is required to move around and teach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.