Fitness Group Exercise Instructor (HIIT, Tabata, Bootcamp)

YMCA of Greater Kansas City•Olathe, KS

8d•$17 - $21•Onsite

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 cools downs for each class.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid.
Complete and pass audition with director.
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.