Fitness Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of current CrossFit Level 1 Certification, HYROX, USA Weightlifting Certification, or another National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
• Must be proficient with CrossFit exercises, have experience with Olympic Lifting and be able to instruct to all ability levels with proper modifications.
• Must obtain and maintain a current CPR/AED, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention and BBP certification.
• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Ability to promote YMCA wellness programs and engage members in available services.
• Basic computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Ability to perform under stress and reach deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.

Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers safe, engaging, and effective Beast Mode functional fitness classes.
• Begins and ends classes on time.
• Provides clear instruction, demonstrations, coaching, and exercise modifications for participants of varying fitness levels.
• Ensures every class includes an appropriate warm-up, workout, cool-down, and stretching period.
• Monitors participant technique and provides corrective feedback to promote safety and reduce injury risk.
• Maintains current knowledge of functional fitness programming and incorporates appropriate training methods into classes.
• Knows and follows YMCA emergency procedures and understands the location and use of First Aid and AED equipment.
• Creates a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment that reflects the YMCA's mission and values.
• Builds relationships with members by greeting participants, learning names, and encouraging continued participation.
• Promotes YMCA wellness programs, events, and additional fitness offerings.
• Encourages member retention by fostering a positive and supportive class culture.
• Represents the YMCA professionally and serves as a positive ambassador for the organization.
• Arrives prepared to teach each class and ensures all equipment and music are ready before class begins.
• Performs visual inspections of equipment before and after classes and reports damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe workout environment by returning equipment and sanitizing surfaces after each class.
• Reports participant injuries, incidents, and unsafe conditions and completes required documentation before leaving the facility.
• Works collaboratively with supervisors and fellow instructors, including assisting with substitute coverage when available.
• Communicates participant feedback, attendance trends, and equipment needs to the supervisor.
• Demonstrates professionalism in appearance and conduct.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Represents the YMCA positively inside and outside the facility.
• Models healthy behaviors.
• Follows all YMCA policies and procedures.
• Uses sound judgment when responding to emergencies.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
• Maintenance Employees-ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
• Front Desk Personnel- ensure consumers are properly signed in and out, ensure only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.

Benefits

• Access to your Earned Wages before scheduled Pay Days!
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, Sports, Personal Training and Aquatics.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.