Water Group Exercise Instructor - West Boise YMCA
About The Position
Our West Boise YMCA is seeking Water Group Exercise Instructors to join our Aquatics Team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in water group exercise classes. Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members, the West Branch of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps members lead a healthier, happier life. Facility amenities and features include six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, full-court basketball gym, youth activity center, climbing wall, 50-meter swimming pool, and training pool. Schedule: This is a part-time position averaging 2 hours weekly. Schedule requirement is typically in the mornings but open to afternoons and evenings. Pay is $18.30-$22.88 per class.
Requirements
- Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
- Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
- Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Prerequisite upon hire - 14-day compliance period.
- First Aid - Prerequisite upon hire - 14-day compliance period.
- Emergency Oxygen - Prerequisite upon hire - 14-day compliance period.
- Y Aquatic Safety Assistant (YASA)- Prerequisite upon hire - 90-day compliance period.
- Approved Water Fitness Certification - Prerequisite upon hire - 90-day compliance period.
Responsibilities
- Develop intentional relationships and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Use the class platform to educate and inform participants about other Y program offerings.
- Conduct class in a quality, fun, and safe manner that results in increased attendance. Follow fitness trends and utilize prescribed formats when applicable.
- Actively identify participants who need additional support, such as new members, health seekers, and participants with diverse abilities.
- Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants.
- Provide excellent delivery of water group exercise instruction to all members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
