Group Exercise Instructor (Pilates) - West Boise YMCA
About The Position
Our West Boise YMCA is seeking a dynamic and qualified Yoga Instructor. This position is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in group exercise classes. Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members, the West Branch of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps members lead a healthier, happier life. Facility amenities and features include six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, full-court basketball gym, youth activity center, climbing wall, 50-meter swimming pool, and training pool. Schedule: This is a part time position, teaching 1x per week, with the opportunity to sub and help fill in for other instructors.
Requirements
- Knowledge in group exercise instruction preferred.
- Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
- Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
- Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
- Base Certification required - Group Exercise National Certification or Foundations of Group Exercise at the Y.
- CPR/AED. Prerequisite upon hire - 14-day completion period.
- First Aid. Prerequisite upon hire - 14-day completion period, for instructors teaching CrossFit.
Responsibilities
- Develop intentional relationships and, using the Y voice attributes, create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants that helps them meet the two Cause Measurement goals for adults.
- Use the class platform to educate and inform participants about the Y Cause and other Y program offerings.
- Conduct class in a quality, fun, and safe manner that results in increased attendance. Follow fitness trends and utilize prescribed formats when applicable.
- Actively identify participants who need additional support, such as new members, health seekers, and participants with diverse abilities.
- Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants.
- Provide excellent delivery of land group exercise instruction to all members.
- Engage members to deepen their relationships in the Y cause.
- Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in the land group exercise class.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
