Group Ex Instructor - Association Wide

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is recruiting Group Exercise Instructors for multiple formats, including Senior Fitness, Strength, HIIT, Circuit, Yoga, Pilates, Piyo, Barre, dance formats, Core, and MOSSA formats such as Group Power, Group Fight, Group Centergy, and Group Core. The instructor provides skill-based exercise programs emphasizing health and well-being for participants of all ages. This position supports the YMCA’s work as a nonprofit charitable organization focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The instructor maintains an atmosphere of discipline, friendliness, and safety, and is expected to represent the YMCA in an exemplary manner with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

Requirements

Current nationally recognized Group Exercise Professional certification. Non-certified candidates may be considered but cannot teach until they obtain the appropriate certification and complete in-house training.
General knowledge of exercise training and leadership, including basic anatomy, physiology, and exercise principles.
At least 18 years of age and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of participants’ abilities and physical limitations, and ability to modify exercises accordingly.
Patience and ability to communicate with all participants and YMCA members.
Current CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications; the YMCA provides these upon employment.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to remain observant and safety-conscious and react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
Ability to conduct fitness classes and activities and perform the physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading others in a group exercise class.

Responsibilities

Lead group exercise classes while providing excellent customer service and supporting member retention.
Create a sense of community among participants.
Provide music that meets YMCA standards.
Enforce rules and policies.
Record and maintain attendance records.
Set up facilities and equipment, and store equipment after class.
Prepare exercise plans that include an appropriate warm-up, work phase, and cooldown or warm-down.
Secure a qualified substitute instructor when needed.
Provide exercise modifications for participants with a wide range of conditions and injuries.
Act as a first responder in cases of injury, accident, or illness in group exercise studios, and provide backup during emergencies and crowd control situations.
Report injuries and complete required forms.
Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions, and answer member questions about the YMCA, its programs, and fitness.
Attend one to two scheduled Group Exercise Instructor in-service meetings per year.
Maintain all certifications.