Instructor, Healthy Lifestyles (Cycling Instructor)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$20 - $28•Onsite

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 the specific skills associated with each course design while maintaining the health and safety of class participants. This position is part-time, up to 29 hours, at the Anderson Munger YMCA in Los Angeles, California, with negligible travel and any shift.

Requirements

CPR certification.
Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or an equivalent certification.
ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor certification.
Strong character values.
Communication skills.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including the required physical, visual, and auditory abilities.
If a non-Y certification lapses or requires renewal or recertification and the employee does not maintain it, completion of Y-ACE certifications is required to continue working for the YMCA; an equivalency certification provision is available for qualifying certifications from recognized entities.

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, which may include aerobics, stretching and flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, or specialty training, using effective teaching methods and giving equal attention to participants.
Teach professional, program-specific skills in accordance with the course description.
Demonstrate proper form and techniques and address participants 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, ensure it remains in working condition, and immediately report repair needs to a supervisor.
Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies as appropriate.
Distribute handouts or class evaluations when appropriate and answer participant questions after sessions.
Record class participant counts for every class taught.
Complete additional projects and reports as required.
Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
Follow 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 staff.
Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.