Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor

Crossroads YMCA•Hammond, IN

About The Position

The Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The instructor provides high-quality guidance by leading safe, effective, enjoyable, and educational group classes. They create a welcoming environment for people of all skill and fitness levels, adapting movements to members’ varied health, ability, and cultural needs. The role also supports membership development and retention by building community within classes and helping members improve their well-being. The instructor builds authentic relationships with members, supports their health and well-being goals, recognizes their achievements, and maintains an understanding of wellness information and trends. The position also includes keeping attendance records, maintaining required certifications and training, participating in meetings, assisting with YMCA fundraising and special events as designated, following YMCA policies and emergency procedures, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire.
Complete New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire.
Complete Foundations of Group Exercise within 30 days of hire.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to relate and communicate effectively with diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Passion for learning, working with youth and families, and sports in general.
Ability to communicate effectively using visual, auditory, and verbal abilities.
High level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods; occasionally stoop or bend.
Maintain a neat and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes in accordance with supervisor direction and YMCA mission and goals.
Build authentic relationships with members and help them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Create a welcoming, connecting, motivating, and affirming class environment.
Ask and answer member questions and use active listening to support health and well-being goals.
Celebrate members’ program and personal achievements, including skill development and improvements in health and well-being.
Observe members’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture, and adjust instruction accordingly.
Maintain working knowledge of wellness information and trends to provide effective information and support.
Obtain and maintain required certifications, complete mandatory staff training, and participate in required staff meetings.
Maintain accurate class attendance records and support continual member retention and growth.
Assist with YMCA fundraising activities and special events as designated by the Branch Executive Director.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures and respond to emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.