Group Fitness Instructor (Cardio/ Strength)
About The Position
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work. The Group Fitness Instructor – Cardio/Strength will report to the Health & Wellness Supervisor of the respected branch. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering group fitness classes such as HIIT, 20/20/20, Strength & Conditioning, Cardio Kickboxing, and TRX. This position is a part-time position with a flexible schedule based on programming needs. This may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends with an emphasis on Group Fitness, program reviews and the provision of excellent customer service. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.
Requirements
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
- Up to date and relevant Group Fitness Certifications such as YMCA Group Fitness or equivalent (CanFit Pro, ACE, AFAA).
- Previous experience and ability to teach various group fitness classes.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Current and satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check as per the Association's Policy is a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- You are comfortable teaching a variety of Cardio/Strength formats with a range of small equipment such as dumbbells, steps, and/or bands.
Responsibilities
- Direct delivery of Cardio/ Strength classes, modeling service excellence in assigned program areas.
- Interact with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions.
- Create and implement plans for specialty programs which may include corporate fitness initiatives.
- Provide direct delivery in specified program area of expertise.
- Prepare and set up program equipment/rooms and cleans and tidies up equipment/rooms after use, reporting any repairs to supervisor.
- Act as a primary point of contact and interaction with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns and/or questions.
- Ensure appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and monitored to ensure safe and effective member and volunteer participation.
- Responsible for ensuring qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times.
- Required to work a variety of shifts (including weekdays and weeknights).
Benefits
- Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
- Competitive total compensation packages
- Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
- Generous pension plans with employer matching
- Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
- Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
- Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
- Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
- Opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
