Group Exercise Instructor

About the role

The Department: Center Staff

Location: Burbank YMCA

Compensation: $35.00 - $40.00 / hour

Job Description

Reporting to the Health and Wellness Director and working with other Wellness staff, the Group Exercise Instructor instructs group exercise classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to provide high quality experiences for our members and guests.
• Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
• Through YUSA courses and external training, maintains working knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Buils effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
• Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records through our online Group Exercise Management software. (MotionVibe)
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations
• Solves member issues professionally and in alignment with YMCA values.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least one year of experience in Group Exercise setting.
• NCCA accredited certification. Ex. ACE, AFFA, NASM, NSCA, ISSA etc.
• If teaching a specific group exercise format, current certification required. Examples: Yoga, Spin, Les Mills Body Pump and Body Combat.
• Experience in health and wellness programming and group instruction.
• Understanding of internal and external marketing/special events.

Education and Experience

• At least one year of experience in Group Exercise setting.
• NCCA accredited certification. Ex. ACE, AFFA, NASM, NSCA, ISSA etc.
• If teaching a specific group exercise format, current certification required. Examples: Yoga, Spin, Les Mills Body Pump and Body Combat.
• Experience in health and wellness programming and group instruction.
• Understanding of internal and external marketing/special events.

Benefits

• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%.
• (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time).