Group Exercise Instructor I

About the role

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor-Level I Land and/or Water to join our team. This position is part of a staff team responsible for conducting YMCA group exercise classes both on land and water. The Level I Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for appropriate music selection, class set-up and take-down, and educating class members about THE COACH APPROACH® and other health and wellness-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibilities.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding group fitness/wellness programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that group exercise classes run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED and any other certifications/training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Maintain all wellness certifications by meeting continuing education requirements.
• Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
• Secure his/her own music and select music that is suitable for a family setting.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Participate in and partner with wellness cabinet activities.
• Ensure the follow-through of incident/accident reporting procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Log class attendance in GroupEx PRO by 11:59 p.m. of the night that the class is taught.
• Log in to GroupEx PRO a minimum of two times/week to check for facility updates, subbing opportunities, and other important information.
• Secure his/her own substitute instructor in a timely manner (using the GroupEx PRO App or other process outlined by supervisor) if he/she is unable to teach a YMCA class. Substitute request must be accepted and approved before the instructor is relieved of responsibility for the class.
• Adhere to strength training and nutrition guidelines in alignment with Metro Atlanta YMCA risk and safety guidelines, best practices, and branch emergency procedures.
• Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products, especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance-enhancing substances, and/or pain relievers.

Requirements

• High school or GED degree required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• May have less than one year of experience in teaching group exercise classes or one or more years of group exercise participation.
• Land instructors must obtain YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification (or equivalency) and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta within 60 days of hire date. If teaching group strength and/or conditioning classes, the YMCA Strength and Conditioning Instructor Certification is also required.
• Water instructors must obtain all YMCA/AEA online certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta, including the Y-Metro Atlanta Water Fitness Specialty Course (Prerequisite: YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Certification) or the AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional (AFP) Certification, within 60 days of hire date.
• Must obtain/maintain full access to Y-Link (link.ymca.net) and to the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account: https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/ymcaatlanta/login.htmld.
• Must maintain certifications by uploading continuing education credits via Y-Link (link.ymca.net) prior to date of expiration.
• Must possess current CPR/AED certification and renew it every two years prior to date of expiration. Updated licenses shall be uploaded via Y-Link (link.ymca.net).
• Must obtain and maintain Specialty Certifications (e.g., Y-Metro Atlanta Pilates, Group Cycling, Active Older Adult) or outside certifications approved by Metro Atlanta Y (e.g., TRX, Barre, Zumba, Pound) prior to teaching the designated format.
• Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired.
• Must be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues including but not limited to aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and THE COACH APPROACH®.
• Must obtain THE COACH APPROACH® Orientation within 30 days of hire date.
• Must possess a high degree of human-relations skills, must be able to facilitate class interaction and socialization, and should be considered a team player by members, co-workers, and management staff.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities.
• Possess ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to problem-solve. Possess effective time-management skills.
• Possess strong customer-service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Pass a criminal background and drug-screening check.

Qualifications

• High school or GED degree required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• May have less than one year of experience in teaching group exercise classes or one or more years of group exercise participation.
• Land instructors must obtain YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification (or equivalency) and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta within 60 days of hire date. If teaching group strength and/or conditioning classes, the YMCA Strength and Conditioning Instructor Certification is also required.
• Water instructors must obtain all YMCA/AEA online certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta, including the Y-Metro Atlanta Water Fitness Specialty Course (Prerequisite: YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Certification) or the AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional (AFP) Certification, within 60 days of hire date.
• Must obtain/maintain full access to Y-Link (link.ymca.net) and to the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account: https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/ymcaatlanta/login.htmld.
• Must maintain certifications by uploading continuing education credits via Y-Link (link.ymca.net) prior to date of expiration.
• Must possess current CPR/AED certification and renew it every two years prior to date of expiration. Updated licenses shall be uploaded via Y-Link (link.ymca.net).
• Must obtain and maintain Specialty Certifications (e.g., Y-Metro Atlanta Pilates, Group Cycling, Active Older Adult) or outside certifications approved by Metro Atlanta Y (e.g., TRX, Barre, Zumba, Pound) prior to teaching the designated format.
• Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired.
• Must be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues including but not limited to aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and THE COACH APPROACH®.
• Must obtain THE COACH APPROACH® Orientation within 30 days of hire date.
• Must possess a high degree of human-relations skills, must be able to facilitate class interaction and socialization, and should be considered a team player by members, co-workers, and management staff.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities.
• Possess ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to problem-solve. Possess effective time-management skills.
• Possess strong customer-service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Pass a criminal background and drug-screening check.

Skills

• Knowledgeable about fitness-related issues including but not limited to aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and THE COACH APPROACH®.
• Human-relations skills, facilitation of class interaction and socialization, and team player qualities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, and problem-solve.
• Strong customer-service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.

Benefits

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers an employment and benefits package for this job posting. The employment requirement includes passing a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy. Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Pay

• Cowart Family Ashford Dunwoody YMCA: $53,016 per year
• Marietta YMCA: $55,441 per year
• Decatur YMCA: $51,613 per year
• Atlanta YMCA: $53,875 per year
• Marietta YMCA: $56,861 per year

Schedule

• Cowart Family Ashford Dunwoody YMCA: Part time
• Marietta YMCA: Part time
• Decatur YMCA: Part time
• Atlanta YMCA: Part time
• Marietta YMCA: Part time