Group Exercise Instructor - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York•City of Syracuse, NY

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor works under the supervision of the Health & Wellness Director to help YMCA of Central New York members pursue their health and wellness goals. The instructor creates a safe, enjoyable, and effective exercise experience in the Group Exercise, Mind/Body, and/or Cycle Studio by leading classes, adapting routines for members with varying wellness levels, enforcing program policies, maintaining equipment and studio cleanliness, and attending to members’ needs. The role also teaches and demonstrates the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The position involves planning and leading classes according to YMCA of the USA standards, maintaining current certifications, class attendance records, and safety procedures, and responding appropriately to injuries, illnesses, and emergencies. The instructor builds positive relationships with members and staff, answers member questions, supports program promotions and newly hired instructors, attends required trainings and meetings, and performs other duties assigned by the supervisor. This role is part-time, paid $18.00–$20.00 per hour, with weekday morning classes between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., one to three days per week. The work is normally performed in a YMCA facility and may involve loud noise, background music, potential injury situations, outdoor weather during some programs, and OSHA-approved cleaning solutions. The position has substantial physical demands, including demonstrating and performing exercise movements, standing and moving frequently, projecting one’s voice, responding to emergencies, and lifting or carrying approximately 45 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 18 years old to work in the Wellness Department.
Demonstrated leadership in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner.
Ability to lead and motivate others and communicate information about YMCA of Central New York program components to members.
Strong planning and organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with members, directors, and staff.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends and holidays.
Complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety, and Youth Protection Series trainings before the initial assignment.
Hold and maintain current CPR, AED, and O2 Oxygen Supplement Administration certifications, or complete them no later than 30 days after employment begins.
Complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90 days of employment.
Complete the required online Health & Wellness trainings within the first 90 days: Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y; Foundations of Listen First; Principles of Member Health & Wellness; and Wellness Center At The Y.
Hold and maintain an active group exercise instruction certification while teaching at the YMCA: a national certification (ACSM, ACE, NETA, AFAA, or NASM) in group fitness instruction, or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Instruction.
Do not diagnose injuries, offer medical advice, or dispense or endorse commercial health products.
Meet the role’s physical demands, including actively demonstrating exercise movements, communicating across a studio, performing class motions for approximately 60 minutes, responding to emergencies, and lifting or carrying approximately 45 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a health and wellness related field.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead safe, effective group exercise classes in accordance with YMCA of the USA standards, including appropriate warm-ups, cool-downs, class structure, and music selection.
Adapt classes and routines to accommodate members with varying wellness levels.
Maintain current certifications and comply with YMCA character values, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Keep class attendance records and arrange a substitute instructor when unable to teach a class.
Stay informed about health and wellness information and trends, and educate members on relevant issues.
Review and follow emergency procedures; respond calmly and professionally to incidents, accidents, and emergencies, and administer first aid and CPR/AED according to training and facility procedures.
Enforce Health & Wellness program rules consistently and help maintain a safe environment for members.
Maintain studio and equipment cleanliness and order; secure equipment and studio areas and report maintenance needs or faulty equipment.
Arrive prepared and on time, follow dress codes, welcome members, answer questions courteously, and maintain a professional and supportive environment.
Build relationships with members by learning their names, asking about their goals and satisfaction, listening to suggestions, and facilitating interaction with other members and staff.
Communicate issues and constructive feedback to the Department Director and work cooperatively with staff.
Make program announcements, assist with Health & Wellness promotions, support newly hired group exercise instructors, and attend mandatory trainings and meetings.
Maintain basic knowledge of other YMCA program offerings to help members and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.