Dance Fitness Instructor (Zumba, BollyX, Hip Hop, Latin Dance, Cardio Dance)

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc•Livingston, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Create an energetic, inclusive, and enjoyable dance fitness experience that promotes cardiovascular health, muscular endurance, coordination, balance, rhythm, confidence, and overall physical well-being through movement. Lead safe and engaging classes that accommodate members of varying ages, abilities, fitness levels, and dance experience by providing clear instruction, demonstrations, and appropriate modifications. Encourage participants to move with confidence, express themselves, and build positive connections with others while fostering a welcoming sense of community, belonging, and enjoyment.

Requirements

National Group Exercise Certification
Current specialty license or certification for branded formats (Zumba®, BollyX®, etc.) when applicable
CPR/AED
First Aid

Responsibilities

Lead safe, effective, engaging, and inclusive group exercise classes in accordance with YMCA and nationally recognized industry standards.
Prepare for and deliver classes appropriate for participants of varying ages, abilities, health conditions, fitness levels, and experience, including appropriate exercise modifications and progressions.
Provide clear verbal and visual instruction, demonstrate proper exercise technique, and maintain current knowledge of exercise science, assigned formats, and industry best practices.
Arrive prepared with appropriate music, equipment, and class materials, and begin and end classes according to the scheduled times.
Create a welcoming, supportive environment in which participants feel seen, valued, encouraged, and connected to the YMCA community.
Build positive relationships with members by learning and using names when possible, encouraging interaction, recognizing achievements, celebrating milestones, and providing exceptional service.
Respond to member questions regarding fitness, wellness programming, and YMCA services within the scope of practice, and connect or promote members to programs and services that support their wellness goals.
Support member engagement and retention through consistent relationship building and a positive class experience.
Maintain a safe exercise environment before, during, and after each class; inspect equipment before use and promptly report damaged or unsafe equipment.
Monitor participants throughout each class and respond appropriately to signs of fatigue, discomfort, injury, or other health or safety concerns.
Follow YMCA emergency procedures, incident reporting requirements, risk management practices, confidentiality standards, and professional boundaries.
Accurately record class attendance and complete required reports and documentation in designated YMCA systems and within established timelines.
Clock in and out using Paylocity in accordance with Association procedures.
Communicate schedule conflicts, availability concerns, and substitution needs promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
Support YMCA special events, wellness initiatives, branch promotions, and other activities as requested.
Deliver choreography appropriate for participant ability levels.
Provide low-impact options.
Maintain a positive, welcoming atmosphere.
Ensure music and choreography align with YMCA family values.