Cycle Instructor

Santa Monica Family YMCA•Santa Monica, CA

8d•$22 - $27

About The Position

Under the direction of the Healthy Living Coordinator and in accordance with Association policies, procedures, and goals, the Cycle Instructor builds positive relationships among members, participants, volunteers, and staff by providing a welcoming environment, excellent customer service, guidance, and leadership. The instructor leads indoor cycling classes safely, effectively, and on schedule, adapting instruction to participants’ fitness levels and abilities to support cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and overall physical and mental well-being. The role includes planning and leading structured, engaging classes; helping participants set up their bikes and use proper riding techniques; monitoring and supporting participants; adapting activities to accommodate injuries, limitations, and differing abilities; and maintaining a safe, clean workout space. The instructor also operates studio sound equipment, prepares and breaks down class equipment within the allotted time, follows YMCA group exercise guidelines, and responds appropriately to emergencies.

Requirements

Recognized indoor cycling instructor certification, such as Schwinn, Spinning (Mad Dogg Athletics), Stages Cycling, or equivalent.
At least one year of experience teaching indoor cycling or group exercise classes.
Complete all job-required trainings within 30 days of hire.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with members of all fitness levels and abilities.
Knowledge of fitness principles and practical applications.
Fingerprinting before reporting to work, with subsequent arrest notifications, as required for Santa Monica Family YMCA staff.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification, including Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety & Health Institute.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
Physical ability to lead and participate in exercise and fitness activities.
Ability to communicate verbally with large and small groups of members.

Responsibilities

Welcome participants, learn their names, and help ensure they are engaged in their workouts.
Plan and lead engaging indoor cycling classes using effective teaching methods, structured workouts, and equal attention to participants.
Demonstrate proper riding techniques, posture, bike setup, resistance adjustments, and appropriate modifications.
Assist participants with seat height, handlebar positioning, and pedal placement to promote comfort, safety, and injury prevention.
Design classes with suitable warm-ups, intervals, climbs, sprints, recovery periods, and cool-downs based on participants’ fitness levels.
Monitor participant progress and provide feedback, encouragement, and support toward improvement and goal attainment.
Modify exercises and routines for injuries, limitations, or differing skill levels while maintaining safety.
Prioritize proper alignment, body mechanics, and injury prevention during instruction.
Operate and manage studio sound equipment, ensuring music suits the class format, participant demographics, and YMCA standards.
Maintain a clean and safe workout area.
Use scheduled class time effectively.
Set up and break down class equipment within the allotted timeframe.
Build positive relationships and help members achieve health and wellness goals.
Adhere to YMCA core functions and Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines.
Respond to critical situations and act swiftly in an emergency.
Perform other duties as assigned.