Group Exercise Instructor

TWO RIVERS YMCA•Kewanee, IL

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team! We are looking for hard working, dedicated instructors who have a passion and drive to help others no matter of fitness level, achieve their fitness goals and become a part of our Y community! Some classes do require specific certifications prior to hire, including all Les Mills and Zumba classes. Other classes may require a Y Group Exercise Certification upon hire. The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for the overall member experience when participating in group-based exercise programs. In general, this includes providing and offering cutting-edge workout routines that bring people together to meet their health, fitness and wellness goals. This person must demonstrate high energy with the ability to lead with both initiative and efficiency. The Group Exercise Instructor is expected to have extensive knowledge of current fitness trends, and have the desire and ability to bring diverse groups of people together, and have good communication, coordination, and training. The individual must be committed to embracing philosophies such as Listen First, LIVESTRONG and continue to identify enhanced means of incorporating both in our group exercise programs. Hours: Maximum weekly hours (Mon-Sun) may not exceed 28 hours total within the Y, with at least one scheduled class time.

Requirements

Self-motivation to members and the community.
The ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner by telephone and in person.
Quick learner with attention to detail.
Computer and keyboarding skills.
Patience to deal with high volumes of people.
Sound judgment for dealing with daily issues.
Always cognizant of member, community, and staff safety.
High school diploma.
At least two years of experience leading other employees and group exercise/fitness programs in a diverse environment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, curriculum, policy/procedure manuals, and financial documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from members and non-members of the YMCA.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of parents, students, administrators, and staff.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages.
Ability to compose and interpret a department budget and basic statistics.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
CPR/AED Certification, Bloodborne Pathogen Training, and any certification necessary for instructing and leading specific fitness classes (I.e. LIVESTRONG, Yoga, AEA, Pilates, Les Mills, Personal Training).
Must have competence on a computer.

Nice To Haves

Specific certifications prior to hire, including all Les Mills and Zumba classes.
Y Group Exercise Certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

Ensure all members and guests are welcomed in every class and treated in a manner such that they enjoy the best possible experience at the Two Rivers YMCA.
Offer only programs that address all three sides of the YMCA triangle; spirit, mind, and body. Continue developing new, tangible means of offering all three in every class.
Find subs when unable to teach classes, and do so in a timely manner.
Interpret YMCA policies and procedures to all in a positive manner. Ensure all staff complete appropriate trainings and certifications.
Attend quarterly instructor trainings as planned in advance by supervisor.
Encourage class participants to complete evaluations at the end of each session.
Report all member and participant inquiries and complaints to supervisor in a timely manner.
Implement new and improved choreography and music as decided upon with supervisor.
Maintain equipment, supplies, and cleaning supply inventory. Communicate maintenance needs immediately with supervisors to ensure all equipment is fixed or replaced in 24 hours.
Assist in delivering community education programs and organizing special events.
Understand and implement basic risk management principles under supervisor’s direction.
A neat and clean personal appearance will be kept at all times. Maintain an acceptable level of physical fitness as necessary to complete essential duties and responsibilities.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include taking class attendance, storing equipment in proper places, unlocking and locking studio and storage rooms, attending required trainings under direction of the Group Exercise Coordinator, finding substitute instructors in a timely manner, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.