Group Exercise Instructor, Downtown Orlando YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

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 Culture 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

Minimum age requirement of 18 will apply
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred prior to hire. Must obtain within 60 days of hire.
Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
Certified Group Exercise Certification required from one of the following: Yoga certification that is affiliated with 200 training hours with Yoga Alliance. Must be current and in good standing.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays as needed.
Must be willing to work an on-call schedule rotation as required.
Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and members’ well-being.
Must possess auditory, verbal and visual capabilities in order to adequately communicate via phone and in person. Talking is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, with or without correction
Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.
May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time including continuous physical endurance for thirty to sixty minutes of aerobic activity.
Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and employment verification.

Responsibilities

Creates and leads an inclusive workout that motivates participants to work to their highest potential. This includes offering appropriate modifications and progressions so that all participants can scale the workout to their level.
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.
Track class attendance utilizing current systems
Consistently use verbal and visual cues in a timely manner and coordinate 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.
Motivate members in support of meeting personal and program goals.
Engaging with members to upsell all programs including Personal Training, Group Exercise, Youth Sports, Aquatics & Youth Development programs.
Ensuring equipment is cleaned/returned to proper place after classes
Report all accidents/incidents to supervisor and follow the Association’s current employee and member injury reporting procedures.
Respond promptly and appropriately to emergency situations or when rescue or first aid is necessary
Enforce all safety rules fairly, consistently with tact and respect.
Up to date Group Exercise (per Association requirements) certifications will be required