Group Exercise Instructor

Santa Monica Family YMCA•Santa Monica, CA

4d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Healthy Living Coordinator and in accordance with established Association policies, procedures and goals, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for building positive relationships among members, participants, volunteers, and staff by actively greeting and providing excellent customer service, guidance, and leadership. The Instructor creates and leads group exercise classes in a safe, effective, and timely manner, appropriate to the level of the participants in class, to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Requirements

Nationally Accredited Group Exercise Instructor Certification (ACSM, NASM, ACE, AFAA) required
Minimum one year of experience teaching in a class setting
All job required trainings within 30 days from date of hire
Strong communication skills and the capability to work with members of all fitness levels and abilities
Knowledge of fitness principles and practical applications required
Licensing, state law and our government funders require that staff within Santa Monica Family YMCA be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications
CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute

Nice To Haves

Ability to teach a variety of group exercise formats preferred

Responsibilities

Create a positive member experience through welcoming participants, learning names, and ensuring they are actively engaged in their workout
Plan and lead exercise sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas, such as aerobics, stretching/flexibility, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, and/or specialty training by implementing effective teaching methods, giving equal attention to all participants
Provide a safe workout routine by demonstrating proper form and technique, appropriate modifications, and cueing
Monitor participants' progress and provide ongoing feedback, encouragement, and support to promote improvement and goal attainment
Modify exercises and routines as needed to accommodate injuries, limitations, or varying skill levels while maintaining participant safety
Ensure all instruction prioritizes proper alignment, body mechanics, and injury prevention at all times.
Operate and manage studio sound equipment, ensuring music is appropriate for the class format, participant demographics, and YMCA standards
Maintain a clean and safe workout area
Effectively utilize scheduled class time
Properly set up and breakdown class equipment in allotted timeframe
Build community through forming positive relationships through learning names, and helping members reach their health & wellness goals
Adhere to the core functions of the YMCA and exemplify Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
Physical ability to lead and participate in exercise/fitness activities
Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members
Other duties as assigned