Instructor, Healthy Lifestyles
About The Position
The Healthy Lifestyles Instructor leads group exercise classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. The instructor teaches course-specific skills and maintains the health and safety of participants. Classes may cover areas such as aerobics, stretching and flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, or specialty training. The position also involves building relationships and community among members, offering motivational support, responding to inquiries, monitoring and maintaining class equipment, recording attendance, completing reports, and following YMCA safety and risk-management policies. Instructors are expected to demonstrate YMCA values and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Requirements
- CPR certification.
- Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise certification or equivalent.
- ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor certification.
- Strong character values.
- Communication skills.
- Ability to perform the essential job functions physically, visually, and auditorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a fitness instructor is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Welcome members by name with a smile and eye contact.
- Plan and lead exercise sessions in assigned fitness areas, using effective teaching methods and giving equal attention to participants.
- Teach program-specific skills according to the course description.
- Demonstrate proper form and techniques to members who are performing exercises incorrectly.
- Build small communities by facilitating connections among members.
- Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivation and guidance toward their healthy-living goals.
- Encourage member involvement and identify potential volunteers.
- Respond promptly and courteously to member inquiries and needs.
- Set up and monitor class equipment, and promptly report repair needs to a supervisor.
- Advise participants on relevant program and class procedures and policies.
- Distribute handouts or class evaluations when appropriate and answer questions after sessions.
- Record the number of participants in every class taught.
- Complete additional projects and reports as required.
- Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
- Uphold YMCA policies concerning safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
- Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
- Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
