Group Exercise Instructor

Southeast Ventura County Ymca•Simi Valley, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Health isn't just an option for you- it's a way of life! Are you passionate about teaching Group Yoga Classes? Are you ready to share your expertise with your community?

Requirements

Current Certification CPR, AED and First Aid Certification must be kept current throughout employment.
Ability to deal with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to communicate with people of all ages.
Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
Ability to effectively demonstrate all skills being taught to participants.
Possess the ability to follow directions.
Maintains a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors Y staff and members.
All required online training must be completed prior to hire.
Criminal record clearance.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about teaching Group Yoga Classes
Ready to share your expertise with your community

Responsibilities

Educates members on safe techniques and guidelines.
Greets and encourages all members and orients new participants.
Be available before and after class to answer participants' questions.
Ensure proper set up and prepared to instruct class.
Starts and finishes class on time as scheduled.
Instructs class to the ability level of the students participating.
Monitors participants through perceived rate of exertion (i.e. faint, dizziness, chest pain, loss of color, etc.).
Executes the Emergency Procedures.
Works with participants to achieve fitness goals.
Be aware of regular members and welcome them back if they have been away. If a regular member stops coming without explanation, notify your supervisor to discuss the best way to follow up with the member.
Stores all equipment neatly and appropriately.
Documents equipment problems to supervisor.
Attends instructor trainings and supervisor's meetings.
Acts as an ambassador for the YMCA through professional dress, attitude, communication and behavior.
Promote the YMCA in a public forum.
Performs other job-related duties as requested and necessary.