Chair Yoga - Group Exercise Instructor
About the role
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) seeks an energetic and experienced individual to conduct group exercise classes according to the guidelines set by the YMCA of the USA and the Director of Group Exercise. This role offers free family YMCA membership, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a variety of benefits and perks.
Responsibilities
- Congruently conduct group exercise classes adhering to YMCA guidelines
- Provide assistance during classes in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner
- Be a positive role model with an enthusiastic attitude
- Schedule and secure coverage for all classes
- Greet participants and take attendance
- Familiarize yourself with Upace Group Ex technology and respond promptly to emails
- Identify and accommodate participants' limitations
- Properly and safely utilize all equipment associated with your class
- Promote a healthy lifestyle
- Attend advanced training workshops and special events
- Ensure compliance with YGBW policies and standard operating procedures
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- At least 1 year of participation in group exercise class(es) required
- Obtain and maintain at least one current Group Exercise certificate of completion or specialty certificate from a reputable organization for each specialized group modality
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Perks & Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
Why You Need To Apply
If you're excited about this role, don't let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application!