Group Fitness YOGA Instructor- J A Walters Family YMCA

Georgia Mountain Young•Gainesville, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
Certification in areas of expertise.
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire (available through Leadership University).

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Keeps accurate class attendance records.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations, reports all incidents to direct supervisor and provides any necessary follow-up.
Improves the health and well-being of the community the YMCA serves.
Assists in equipment cleaning and maintenance, informing the coordinator of any breakage or items needing replacement.
Introduces themselves before each class and welcomes all new participants.
Addresses questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner.
Secures any substitute needed for instruction of scheduled class that cannot be taught.
Attends staff meetings and any other training as assigned.
Actively participates in the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
Any other duties assigned.