Instructor, Healthy Lifestyles (5146)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•San Pedro, CA

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 skills specific to each course design while maintaining participants’ health and safety. Assigned fitness areas may include aerobics, stretching and flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, and specialty training. The role also involves building connections among members, providing motivation and guidance toward healthy living goals, maintaining class equipment and attendance records, and following YMCA safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk-management policies. The instructor is expected to demonstrate YMCA values and leadership competencies, attend required meetings and training, and complete other assigned duties.

Requirements

CPR certification.
Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise certification or an equivalent certification such as ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor.
Strong character values.
Communication skills.
Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
If a non-Y certification lapses or requires renewal and the employee does not maintain it, completion of Y-ACE certifications is required to continue working for the Y; an equivalency certification may be applied for if the employee holds an equivalent certification from another recognized entity.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a fitness instructor is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment by greeting 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 not performing exercises correctly.
Build small communities by facilitating connections among members.
Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support 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, maintain it in working condition, and promptly report repair needs to a supervisor.
Advise participants about program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate.
Distribute handouts and/or class evaluations when appropriate and answer participant questions after each session.
Record the number of participants in every class taught.
Complete additional projects and reports as required.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for 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.
Demonstrate and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.