Group Exercise Instructor - Body Pump

Department: Center Staff • Location: Oak Square YMCA

About the role

The Group Exercise Instructor reports to the Health and Wellness Director and works with other Wellness staff to instruct group exercise classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes all skill and fitness levels. The instructor builds community within class and modifies sessions to meet varied health, ability, and cultural needs.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to provide high-quality experiences for members and guests.
• Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their health and well-being goals.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness trends through YUSA courses and external training to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds 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 the online Group Exercise Management software (MotionVibe).
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Resolves member issues professionally and in alignment with YMCA values.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in a Group Exercise setting.
• Current NCCA-accredited certification in Group Exercise (e.g., ACE, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, ISSA).
• If teaching a specific group exercise format, current certification in that format is required (e.g., Yoga, Spin, Les Mills Body Pump, Body Combat).
• Experience in health and wellness programming and group instruction.
• Understanding of internal and external marketing/special events.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults, youth, teens, seniors, and special populations.

Skills

• Understands the relationship of the public to the association, of staff to volunteer, and of staff to staff, and can effectively enhance and cultivate those relationships.
• Ability to interpret, carry out, and implement the mission and goals of the YMCA into classes and programs.
• Demonstrates commitment to creating an inclusive environment for participants of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience.
• Works as an integral member of a staff team.
• Degree in Exercise Science or Physical Education preferred but not required.

Pay

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-time hours

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 requirements).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (part-time employees receive sick time).
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
• Access to YMCA career training programs and collaboration with like-minded professionals.
• Healthy work/life balance.