BODYPUMP Instructor

YMCA of Greater Boston • Charlestown, MA

108d • $30 - $35

About The Position

The BODYPUMP Instructor position at the Charlestown YMCA is an on-site role responsible for instructing Les Mills BODYPUMP exercise classes for YMCA members. Instructors must be Les Mills certified and are expected to create a positive and motivating environment for participants while adhering to the Association's standards and guidelines.

Requirements

• Les Mills BODYPUMP certification.
• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Twenty-five hours of practical experience as fitness class instructor, or equivalent (6-week instructor training course-shadowing experience).
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Ability to set up, move and store class equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Current state approved first aid certification.
• Current state approved CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Knowledge of, and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles, Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or previous YMCA or outside certification.
• Listen First Level I and II training.

Responsibilities

• Plans for and instructs wellness/fitness and/or related classes following Association standards and guidelines.
• Observes and discusses individual progress with participants.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationships among participants and members.
• Provides motivational support and guidance.
• Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Encourages involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment.
• Reports equipment problems.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Ensures safe and effective workouts.
• Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents.
• Accurately maintains related records.

Benefits

• Compensation of $30.00 - $35.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees