Group Fitness Instructor

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF • Pooler, GA

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About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor engages YMCA and community members in healthy living by delivering high-quality, innovative group exercise classes in a safe, effective, and inviting environment. Classes are taught in person and virtually through the YMCA’s Y Fit LIVE streaming service. The instructor must have the technical knowledge and skills needed for the role and uphold the YMCA of Coastal Georgia’s Judeo-Christian principles by modeling caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

The position also supports member retention and satisfaction through customer service, reflects the YMCA’s mission and core values in interactions, and assists with the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. The organization has zero tolerance for abuse or misconduct and requires employees to cooperate with internal and external investigations.

Requirements

• Ability to conduct fitness classes and activities for at least 45 minutes.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification.
• Current national group fitness instruction certification from ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, IFTA, or another approved nationally recognized certifying body.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment.
• YMCA New Employee Orientation and CBT Training within 60 days of hire.
• Keep certifications and renewals current and submit them to the supervisor on or before expiration.
• Pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.
• Cooperate with investigations conducted by outside authorities or the organization.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience teaching group fitness classes.
• Certification in a specialized area such as Yoga, Pilates, Cycling, TRX, or Zumba.

Responsibilities

• Lead and instruct high-quality group exercise classes as directed by the supervisor, supporting the YMCA’s mission and goals.
• Lead group fitness classes on the company’s proprietary live-streaming website.
• Engage and connect with clients through a camera lens.
• Develop and prepare class routines and provide appropriate music.
• Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Check attendance daily, maintain accurate attendance records, and report to the Program Director.
• Use active listening and relationship-building skills in interactions with members, volunteers, guests, and staff.
• Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely, professional manner.
• Reflect and uphold the YMCA’s mission and core values when interacting with participants, parents, and community members.
• Follow and enforce YMCA policies and procedures, and respond to emergency situations.
• Assist with YMCA member retention and satisfaction through appropriate customer service.
• Assist with the YMCA Annual Campaign fundraising program.
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Cooperate with internal or external investigations into alleged abuse or misconduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed