Fitness Yoga Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit•Milford Charter Township, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE WITH A JOB AT THE Y! Now Hiring at the Carl’s Family YMCA

Requirements

CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
Certification in areas of expertise.
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire.
The ability to communicate verbally to individuals and small groups.
The ability to Attract and retain participants.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational yoga classes, while building effective, authentic relationships with members.
Ask and answer questions within their scope of knowledge from program participants and members to support and celebrate them in achieving their goals related to the program or personal goals, mastering specific skills, or overall health and well-being.
Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Observe and adjust the approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
Keeps accurate class attendance records and follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.