Boxing Instructor - West Park YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Cleveland, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Boxing Instructor is responsible for leading safe, engaging, and inclusive boxing classes for both youth and adult participants. This role supports the YMCA’s mission by fostering a positive environment where individuals can build confidence, improve physical fitness, and develop discipline through structured boxing instruction.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• Experience in boxing, martial arts, or related fitness instruction
• Ability to work with both youth and adult populations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience teaching youth programs
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Group fitness certification or boxing-specific certification
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead structured boxing classes for youth and adult participants of varying skill levels
• Teach proper boxing techniques, including stance, footwork, punches, and defensive skills
• Modify instruction to meet diverse participant needs and abilities
• Ensure all classes are safe, inclusive, and aligned with YMCA values
• Maintain a safe workout environment by enforcing proper use of equipment
• Monitor participants for signs of injury or overexertion
• Support recruitment and retention of participants through high-quality instruction
• Collaborate with staff on program improvements and community outreach efforts
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED