Group Exercise Instructor (Yoga & Pilates), Osceola County YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida • Kissimmee, FL

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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

• Evening/weekend availability is preferred.
• 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.
• Certified Group Exercise Certification required from one of the following: AFAA GX, ACE GX, NASM CPT, ACE CPT, NSCA CPT, ISSA CPT, WITS CPT, NPTI, NETA, Fit Tour, ASFA or a 4-year degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy. Must be current and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Creates and leads an inclusive workout that motivates participants to work to their highest potential.
• Maintains working knowledge of group fitness 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 for all members.
• Tracks class attendance utilizing current systems.
• Consistently uses verbal and visual cues in a timely manner and coordinates all movement within tempo of the music for appropriate formats in all components of a class.
• Ability to modify or adjust choreography/workout on the spot based on the needs and abilities of the participants in the room.
• Actively recruits and retains group exercise participants.
• Motivates members in support of meeting personal and program goals.
• Engages with members to upsell all programs including Personal Training, Group Exercise, Youth Sports, Aquatics & Youth Development programs.
• Ensures equipment is cleaned/returned to proper place after classes.
• Reports all accidents/incidents to supervisor and follows the Association’s current employee and member injury reporting procedures.
• Responds promptly and appropriately to emergency situations or when rescue or first aid is necessary.
• Enforces all safety rules fairly, consistently with tact and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees