Group Exercise Instructor II

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta•Alpharetta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor-Level II works under the direct supervision of the Wellness Director as part of a staff team responsible for conducting YMCA group exercise classes. The instructor selects appropriate music, sets up and takes down class spaces, and educates participants about THE COACH APPROACH® and fitness-related issues. The role requires carrying out program responsibilities in accordance with YMCA of Metro Atlanta policies, organizational competencies, mission, and values, and supports YMCA of the USA initiatives to strengthen communities through healthy living. The instructor promotes, monitors, and evaluates classes to ensure they run smoothly and provide a high level of service. They maintain relevant certifications and continuing education, attend required meetings and training, record class attendance and check GroupEx PRO regularly, and arrange an approved substitute when unable to teach. Instructors follow YMCA safety and emergency procedures, adhere to applicable strength-training and nutrition guidelines, and do not diagnose injuries, provide medical advice, or endorse commercial health products.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
One or more years of experience teaching group exercise classes.
Land instructors must hold and maintain a current national group exercise certification recognized by Y-USA, such as ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or NETA.
Water instructors must hold and maintain a current AEA national water group exercise certification.
Land and water instructors must obtain the YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA or YMCA of Metro Atlanta within 60 days of hire.
Instructors teaching group strength or conditioning classes must also obtain the YMCA Strength and Conditioning Instructor Certification.
Water instructors teaching Aqua Arthritis programs must complete the AEA Arthritis Foundation Program Leader certification within 60 days of hire.
Obtain and maintain full access to Y-Link and the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account.
Maintain certifications by uploading continuing education credits through Y-Link before certification expiration.
Hold current CPR/AED certification and renew it every two years before expiration; upload updated credentials through Y-Link.
Obtain and maintain required specialty certifications for assigned formats, such as YMCA Pilates, Group Cycling, or Active Older Adult, or approved outside certifications such as TRX, Barre, Zumba, or Pound.
Pass a group exercise audition for the format or formats being taught.
Be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues, including aerobic and anaerobic exercise, nutrition, exercise benefits, injury prevention, and THE COACH APPROACH®.
Obtain THE COACH APPROACH® Orientation within 30 days of hire.
Demonstrate strong human-relations skills and the ability to facilitate class interaction and socialization; be regarded as a team player by members, coworkers, and management.
Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities.
Be able to handle multiple tasks, work independently, and solve problems.
Have effective time-management skills.
Have strong customer-service skills and a personal commitment to service and hospitality.
Pass pre-employment background screening, including criminal-record and drug screening, as well as motor vehicle record and reference checks according to company policy.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Carry out daily program tasks within the position's scope and responsibilities.
Stay updated on current issues regarding group fitness and wellness programs.
Promote, monitor, and evaluate group exercise classes to ensure they run smoothly and provide a high level of service.
Maintain required branch and association certifications, training, and continuing education.
Attend required staff meetings and training courses.
Secure appropriate music and select music suitable for a family setting.
Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
Participate in and partner with wellness cabinet activities.
Ensure incident and accident reporting procedures are followed.
Log class attendance in GroupEx PRO by 11:59 p.m. on the night the class is taught.
Log in to GroupEx PRO at least twice per week to check facility updates, substitute opportunities, and other important information.
Secure a substitute instructor in a timely manner when unable to teach; substitute requests must be accepted and approved before the instructor is relieved of responsibility.
Know, understand, and consistently apply Metro Atlanta YMCA risk and safety guidelines, best practices, and branch emergency procedures.
Follow strength-training and nutrition guidelines aligned with Y-USA, ACE, and ACSM guidelines.
Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, or dispensing or endorsing commercial health products, including nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance-enhancing substances, and pain relievers.
Perform other duties as assigned.