Group Exercise Instructor (Turn Up/Zumba), Winter Park YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida•Winter Park, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities. This position is responsible for providing high quality group exercise, excellent customer service, and product knowledge to members in a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
High School graduate or equivalent preferred
CPR, First Aid, AED Certification preferred prior to hire. Must obtain within 60 days of hire
Ability to choreograph music with group exercise movements
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages, improving the health and fitness at all levels
Friendly, customer service-oriented attitude with members and fellow employees
Current and in good standing Certified Group Exercise Certification from one of the following: Athletics and Fitness Association of America Group Exercise (AFAA GX), American Council on Exercise Group Exercise (ACE GX), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM CPT), American Council on Exercise (ACE CPT), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA CPT), International Sports Science Association (ISSA CPT), World Instructor Training Schools (WITS CPT), National Personal Training Institute (NPTI), National Exercise Trainer Association (NETA), Fit Tour, America Sports and Fitness Association (ASFA) or a 4-year degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Creates and leads an inclusive workout that motivates participants to work to their highest potential, offering appropriate modifications and progressions.
Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Arrives prepared and on time to all classes and provides clear and easy to understand instructions.
Consistently uses verbal and visual cues in a timely manner and coordinates all movement within tempo, downbeat, or the 32-count phrase of the music for appropriate formats in all components of a class except for the cool down.
Ability to adjust choreography/workout on the spot based on the needs and abilities of the participants.
Actively recruits and retains group exercise participants.
Connects and engages with participants during class verbally and with eye contact.
Motivates members in support of meeting personal and program goals.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and other YMCA programs based on their health and well-being goals.
Utilizes tools, technology and information for the purpose of increasing member knowledge of wellness as well as wellness programs provided through the YMCA.
Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by supervisor.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
Responds promptly and appropriately when rescue or first aid is necessary.
Enforces all safety rules fairly, consistently with tact and respect.
Attends all staff meetings.
Acts professionally and dresses according to the requirements.
Maintains up to date Group Exercise certifications.