YMCA Silver Spring Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA Metro Washington • Silver Spring, MD

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About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor teaches group fitness classes in one or more specialties, which may include yoga, Zumba, barre, cycling, Les Mills classes, PiYo, Pilates, kickboxing, boot camp/HIIT, strength training, Tai Chi, and step aerobics. The instructor demonstrates and explains exercise skills, adapts instruction to the learning level of the class, and supports participants in improving their technique, confidence, and fitness progress. The role is responsible for participant safety during class and includes arriving prepared with appropriate materials, equipment, and attire, maintaining attendance records, knowing emergency procedures and equipment locations, and supporting class recruitment or program promotion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to conduct safe, effective, and motivating group exercise classes.
• Outgoing personality and ability to relate well to participants.
• Demonstrated interest in working with individuals and groups.
• Current CPR and AED credentials.
• Nationally recognized group exercise certification and/or relevant specialty certification.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certifications such as Yoga Alliance, CrossFit, Zumba, Pilates or Pilates Reformer, martial arts, spin/indoor cycle, Les Mills, or barre.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate exercise skills and explain them clearly to class members.
• Teach at the learning level of the particular class.
• Ensure participant safety during class.
• Work with individual participants within the class structure to help them correct faults, improve self-image, and progress in their fitness program.
• Arrive on time, prepared with materials and equipment, and dressed in appropriate attire.
• Know emergency procedures and the location of emergency equipment.
• Maintain class attendance and records.
• Participate in branch recruitment for class participants or program promotion events.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• 10% employer-funded retirement plan, with vesting after two years of service or 1,000 compensated hours in each of those years.
• 403(b) savings plan.
• High-quality, affordable healthcare.
• Free YMCA membership for the employee, spouse, and dependents.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee benefits and discounts from banks, credit unions, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, Dell, Veterinary Pet Insurance, supplemental insurance and services (AFLAC, Allstate, Vision Care, LegalShield), and Zipcar.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED