Group Exercise Instructor - Pilates Reformer

YMCA Virginia Peninsulas•Hartfield, VA

About The Position

Under the supervision of a designated supervisor, the Group Exercise Instructor conducts, teaches, and leads Pilates Reformer classes while establishing a safe and effective group exercise environment and delivering an outstanding member experience. The instructor works with staff to welcome, connect, support, and engage members, guests, and colleagues in keeping with the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas’ mission, policies, and goals. The role supports the YMCA’s mission, vision, and goals and promotes a professional, values-based culture grounded in caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The instructor helps advance the YMCA’s community-focused work in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Success includes contributing to member growth, retention, and satisfaction; portraying a positive image of the YMCA; maintaining a pleasant working environment; strengthening relationships; supporting a safe and enjoyable facility; and meeting quality standards. The position requires preparing class routines and equipment in advance, leading classes for participants with differing abilities, maintaining relevant certifications and training, and responding appropriately in emergencies. Other reasonably related duties may be assigned by the supervisor or Wellness Department and center operations.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
A nationally YMCA-recognized Group Exercise certification. Specialty I/Level 2 requires 2–6 years of instructing experience; Specialty I/Level 3 requires 6 or more years of instructing experience; Specialty I/Level 4 requires a nationally recognized group exercise specialty certification, six months of instructing experience, and at least one year of experience teaching in a specialty field.
Obtain YMCA Healthy Lifestyles (HLP) within the first six months of employment.
Certification in CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2.
Complete and maintain required trainings, including New Employee Orientation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention, and Sexual Harassment training upon hire and annually thereafter.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check.
Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.
Ability to properly prepare, choreograph, and teach required classes.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking, standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods.
Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
Ability to communicate verbally and project one’s voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.

Responsibilities

Support the YMCA’s mission, vision, and goals.
Promote a professional, values-based culture by leading with caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Lead in a manner that advances the YMCA’s cause through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Prepare choreographed routines for each class.
Ensure equipment and supplies are accessible before class begins.
Demonstrate knowledge of exercise physiology, kinesiology, injury prevention, cardiovascular and medical considerations, nutrition, and body composition.
Continue education to maintain group exercise certifications and upgrade classes to reflect current knowledge.
Use effective class formats and leadership skills, with sensitivity to participants of all exercise levels.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
Wear proper attire.
Act as a leader in emergency situations and report accidents or incidents according to the Emergency Communication Action Plan.
Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Wellness Department and center operations to ensure an excellent member experience.