Fitness Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA Kansas City • Parkville, MO

138d

About The Position

A Y Fitness Group Exercise Instructor conducts group exercise classes in the areas of cardiovascular wellness, flexibility, and muscular endurance incorporating warm ups and cool downs for each class.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Complete and pass audition with director, conducted by a class demonstration along with the interview.
• Able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Able to reflect a positive attitude.
• Accepted National Group Exercise Certification (i.e. AFAA, ACE, NCSM), specialized training in a nationally recognized format (i.e. Zumba, YogaFit, RYT 200 or 500, Piloxing, Pilates, Powder Blue formats, LesMills etc) and/or Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall YMCA mission of healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.
• Plan and lead exercise classes.
• Set up equipment and store securely after class.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the wellness area.
• Keep track of participants and note when there is a new participant in class or when a regular participant has dropped out.
• Check instructor book or board weekly to keep current with announcements and information from the director.
• Be a team player with all other associates.
• Maintain safety in all classes by following YMCA and national certification guidelines.
• Keep knowledgeable in the areas of fitness, exercise science, nutrition, CPR, First Aid, choreography, etc. through required YMCA and national CEUS.
• Notify appropriate associate of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accident, or injuries immediately.
• Use microphone in class, if available.

Benefits

• Ongoing training
• Free YMCA membership to all YMCA centers
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunities for career advancement

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