YMCA Reston - Group Exercise Instructor
About The Position
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a nonprofit organization focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA Fairfax County Reston is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Group Exercise Instructors, particularly for Barre, Cycle, and Les Mills classes. Instructors lead group fitness classes that meet member expectations, promote YMCA services to help attract and retain members, and provide a positive, enjoyable fitness experience. Instructors may teach a range of specialties, including yoga, Zumba, barre, cycling, Les Mills, PiYo, Pilates, kickboxing, boot camp/HIIT, strength training, Tai Chi, and step aerobics. The position is scheduled for Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Instructors must be able to teach at various times during the day. Compensation is listed as $25.00–$30.00, commensurate with experience and certifications.
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.
Nice To Haves
- Nationally recognized group exercise certification and/or a specialty certification, 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 and teach safe, effective classes in accordance with industry standards.
- Work with individual students during class to help them correct faults, improve self-image, and progress in their fitness programs.
- Create a positive class atmosphere and motivate members to reach their goals through group fitness.
- Deliver an excellent fitness experience to every member.
- Promote YMCA activities, programs, and services to class attendees and support member recruitment and retention.
- Be available to members before and after class.
- Arrive on time, prepared with materials and equipment, and dressed in appropriate attire.
- Know emergency procedures and the location of emergency equipment.
- Keep class attendance and records.
- Participate in branch recruitment 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 two years.
- 403(b) savings plan.
- High-quality, affordable healthcare.
- Free YMCA membership for the employee, spouse, and dependents; the later posting specifies free membership for the employee.
- Paid time off and sick leave.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Discounts and supplemental benefits, including offers from banks, credit unions, Verizon Wireless, Dell, Veterinary Pet Insurance, AFLAC, Allstate, Vision Care, LegalShield, and Zipcar.
- Collaborative work environment and the opportunity to work with creative, talented, and diverse individuals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
