YMCA Alexandria Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington • Alexandria, VA

16h • $25 - $30

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.
The YMCA Alexandria is looking for a motivated, driven, and enthusiastic Group Exercise Instructors to join our team for the following classes. Les Mills Classes, TaiChi classes. The group exercise instructor is responsible for instructing group fitness classes that exceed member expectations, promote services to attain and retain members, and provide a positive and fun group fitness experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to conduct safe, effective and motivating Group exercise class.
• Must display an outgoing personality, enabling him/her to relate well to participants.
• Demonstrated interest in working with individuals as well as groups of people.
• Current CPR, AED.
• Nationally recognized group exercise certification and/or other specialty certifications like Yoga Alliance, CrossFit, Zumba, Pilates/Pilates Reformer, Martial Arts,Spin/Indoor Cycle,Les Mills, Barre.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skills and explains them clearly to class members
• Works at learning level of particular class
• Responsible for the safety of all participants during class time
• Works with individual students within class structure to enable all to correct faults, improve self-image and progress in their fitness program
• Reports to class on time, prepared with materials and equipment, and dressed in appropriate attire
• Knows emergency procedures and the location of emergency equipment
• Keeps class attendance and records
• Participates in branch recruitment for class participants or in program promotion events
• Other duties as required
• Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time
• Create a positive class atmosphere and motivate members to reach their goals through group fitness
• Teach safe and effective classes in accordance with industry standards
• Promote the Y activities and programs to class attendees
• Be available to members before and after class

Benefits

• Did you know that just for being a YMCA employee you get great benefits and discounts from banks, credit unions, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, Dell, Veterinary Pet Insurance, supplemental (AFLAC, ALLSTATE, Vision Care, LegalShield) and even Zip Car!
• The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service or 1000 hours compensated time in each of those two years; 403(b) savings plan; high quality and affordable healthcare; free YMCA membership for employee, spouse and dependents; paid time off/sick leave, numerous professional development opportunities.
• Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits.
• 10% employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service; 403(b) savings plan; free YMCA membership for employee, numerous professional development opportunities, an exciting and collaborative work environment, and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED