Group Exercise Instructor - Ypsilanti Collaborative

Ann Arbor YMCA•Ypsilanti, MI

25d

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor conducts a safe and effective specified group exercise class at the Ypsilanti Collaborative, following Ann Arbor YMCA standards, policies, procedures, mission, and purpose. The instructor is expected to demonstrate leadership, organizational, and communication skills; develop and implement effective lesson plans; and maintain thorough and accurate knowledge of their discipline. The role reports to the Director of Healthy Living. The instructor plans classes around participants’ goals and abilities, communicates effectively, prioritizes participant health and safety, provides suitable exercise modifications, and uses appropriate cues and gestures to motivate participants. The role also involves preparing and putting away facility equipment, checking the studio for hazards, ensuring participants are registered and have completed required forms, arranging qualified substitutes when needed, maintaining certifications, and following YMCA and emergency procedures. Instructors arrive at least 10 minutes before class and are paid for up to 20 minutes in addition to class time.

Requirements

CPR/AED certification is required, or the ability to obtain it within 60 days.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Certification in group exercise or personal training from a nationally recognized organization, such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, AFAA, or NETA, is required by the date of hire.
Must be flexible when working with a wide variety of people.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit, including on the floor, for long periods.
Ability to lift and/or assist participants weighing up to 180 pounds.
Ability to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to remain standing or seated and alert for several hours at a time.
Ability to bend, lean, kneel, and walk as required.
Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience working in a related field is preferred.
Multilingual ability is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare classes with participants’ goals and abilities in mind, and communicate effectively with participants.
Ensure participant safety by following best practices and providing exercise modifications for safety and success.
Arrive at least 10 minutes before class; the role receives pay for up to 20 minutes in addition to class time.
Ensure program participants are registered and have completed all required program forms.
Use appropriate cues and gestures to motivate participants and facilitate improvement.
Inspect equipment and promptly notify appropriate staff about broken equipment or unsafe studio conditions.
Secure a qualified substitute when needed.
Use all program-related equipment properly.
Maintain certifications and follow procedures for requesting additional or advanced certifications.
Interact professionally and positively with members, participants, and staff.
Set up the facility and equipment for classes and put equipment away afterward.
Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and complete incident and accident reports as necessary.