Group Exercise Instructor - Cycle

Department: Center Staff | Location: Huntington YMCA

About the role

Group Exercise Instructor 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. The YMCA is actively seeking a group exercise instructor who can be a leader in developing sound healthy habits with our members through engaging leadership in our classes. We are currently accepting applicants for all varieties of group exercise offerings as we continue to build the offerings to meet the needs of our growing members. The qualified candidate will have the ability to lead a group of participants through a series of movements and exercises in a safe and effective manner. The candidate must hold a current certification in Group Exercise from a nationally certifying body. NCCA accredited certifications are preferred.

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.
• Through YUSA courses and external training, maintains working knowledge of wellness trends 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 Group Exercise certification (e.g., ACE, AFFA, NASM, NSCA, ISSA).
• If teaching a specific format (Yoga, Spin, Les Mills Body Pump/Body Combat, etc.), current certification in that format is required.
• Experience in health and wellness programming and group instruction.
• Understanding of internal and external marketing/special events.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in fitness.
• Degree in Exercise Science or Physical Education preferred but not required.

Skills

• Understand the relationship of the public to the association, staff to volunteer, and staff to staff; able to enhance and cultivate those relationships.
• Ability to interpret, carry out, and implement the YMCA’s mission and goals into classes/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.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults, youth, teens, seniors, and special populations.

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).
• Develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Explore a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shape the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engage in YMCA career training programs alongside passionate colleagues.
• Healthy work/life balance.

Pay

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule

Part Time