Group Exercise Instructor, Lake Nona YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities. This position is responsible for providing high quality group exercise, excellent customer service, and product knowledge to members in a safe and clean environment. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
CPR, First Aid, AED Certification preferred prior to hire. Must obtain within 60 days of hire.
Ability to choreograph music with group exercise movements.
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages, improving the health and fitness at all levels.
Friendly, customer service-oriented attitude with members and fellow employees.
Current and in good standing Certified Group Exercise Certification required from one of the following: Athletics and Fitness Association of America Group Exercise (AFAA GX), American Council on Exercise Group Exercise (ACE GX), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM CPT), American Council on Exercise (ACE CPT), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA CPT), International Sports Science Association (ISSA CPT), World Instructor Training Schools (WITS CPT), National Personal Training Institute (NPTI), National Exercise Trainer Association (NETA), Fit Tour, America Sports and Fitness Association (ASFA) or a 4-year degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Creates and leads an inclusive workout that motivates participants to work to their highest potential, offering appropriate modifications and progressions.
Maintains working knowledge of group fitness trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Arrives prepared and on time to all classes and provides clear and easy to understand instructions for all members.
Tracks class attendance utilizing current systems.
Consistently uses verbal and visual cues in a timely manner and coordinates all movement within tempo of the music for appropriate formats in all components of a class.
Ability to modify or adjust choreography/workout on the spot based on the needs and abilities of the participants in the room.
Actively recruits and retains group exercise participants.
Motivates members in support of meeting personal and program goals.
Engages with members to upsell all programs including Personal Training, Group Exercise, Youth Sports, Aquatics & Youth Development programs.
Ensures equipment is cleaned/returned to proper place after classes.
Reports all accidents/incidents to supervisor and follows the Association’s current employee and member injury reporting procedures.
Responds promptly and appropriately to emergency situations or when rescue or first aid is necessary.
Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Adheres to job specific child abuse risk management responsibilities.
Ensures unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitors high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
Enforces all safety rules fairly, consistently with tact and respect.
Maintains up to date Group Exercise certifications as per Association requirements.