Mat Pilates Instructor at Speer YMCA

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg • Saint Petersburg, FL

4d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mat Pilates Instructor leads beginning and experienced participants in safe and effective group classes. The YMCA wellness programs aim to help members make healthy lifestyle changes, build self-esteem, and encourage consistency. The instructor supports members in achieving healthy-living goals, fosters connections among members and with the YMCA, and promotes YMCA programs and values. The role is part-time at Speer YMCA in St. Petersburg, Florida, with flexible hours and shifts available in the mornings, afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
• National group fitness instruction certification (e.g., ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification required.
• Pilates Instructor Certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively while instructing participants in proper exercise execution and safety.
• Current knowledge of exercise class structure, cueing techniques, creative choreography, and exercise variety.
• Must pass a 10-panel drug screen.
• Must clear a Level 2 background check through Florida DCF.
• Physical stamina and agility for extended periods are required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes as directed by the supervisor to support the YMCA mission and goals.
• Answer members’ questions and support them in achieving healthy-living goals.
• Maintain working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Build authentic relationships with members and help them connect with one another and the YMCA.
• Check equipment regularly for proper maintenance and cleanliness, and set up and break down equipment.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures and respond to emergency situations.
• Follow safety, injury, illness, and prevention guidelines and take responsibility for personal and participant safety.
• Provide emergency first aid when needed and complete incident reports when necessary.
• Understand and promote YMCA programs and values.

Benefits

• Free individual YMCA membership for employee.
• Discounted YMCA membership for family.
• Flexible hours and shifts available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED