Certified Water Aerobics Instructor - Hickory Foundation YMCA

About the role

The Group Exercise Class Instructor is responsible for teaching classes in accordance with YMCA standards under the direction of the Membership/Wellness Director. The role involves serving YMCA members and prospective members while exemplifying the highest standards of the YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare class routines that meet all necessary components and safety guidelines in accordance with current accepted practices of exercise physiology.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Complete all required education and training. All certifications must be kept current, copies provided to the Membership/Wellness Director, and uploaded to appropriate program data systems.
• Record class attendance in Group Ex Pro immediately following class.
• Follow procedure for securing a substitute by using Group Ex Pro and as necessary making contacts until substitute is secured. Report to the Membership/Wellness Director if no substitute is available.
• Start and end classes on time and ensure a safe and seamless transition.
• Maintain equipment and keep group exercise area neat and clean. Ensure safety and report equipment in need of repair.
• Enforce all group exercise class guidelines and policies reporting any non-compliance to the Membership/Wellness Director.
• Participate in Branch Annual Giving Campaign.
• Participate in and support special events, programs, and member promotions.
• Communicate to members and prospective members any information regarding special programs, events, and promotions.
• Understand and communicate branch emergency procedures to members as necessary.
• Support the mission, vision, and direction of the YMCA of Catawba Valley.
• Engage members at a high level with encouragement and support.
• Communicate the YMCA’s values and mission.
• Adhere to YMCA policy and procedure to include but not limited to “Dress Code”, “Computer Usage”, and “Code of Conduct”.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment by following all YMCA policies and procedures related to abuse prevention, reporting concerns or incidents immediately, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth and members.
• Personal commitment to YMCA cause and mission.
• Certified Water Aerobics Instructor.
• Current certification in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to relate and engage positively with staff and members.
• Proven team player.

Qualifications

• Personal commitment to YMCA cause and mission.
• Certified Water Aerobics Instructor.
• Current certification in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to relate and engage positively with staff and members.
• Proven team player.