Instructor - Group Ex

Core Expectations

• Lead group exercise classes across a range of formats, from high-energy sessions like Zumba, Cycle, and Les Mills to mindful practices like Yoga and Pilates, providing a welcoming experience for participants of all levels.
• Engage members in each session, adapting classes as needed to meet participant needs, and ensuring a safe and positive environment.
• Communicate regularly with the Health and Wellness Director to provide updates on class attendance, member feedback, and equipment or facility needs.

Staff Engagement & Development

• Work with fellow YMCA staff members and treat all with respect.
• Perform other duties needed as delegated by the supervisor on duty, Health and Wellbeing Director, and any directors associated with the YMCA.
• Attend all staff meetings and complete skill training.

Membership Engagement & Development

• Build positive relationships with members, create a warm and welcoming environment, and support new members as they connect with our community and mission.
• Serve as a friendly and approachable point of contact, encouraging ongoing participation and fostering a supportive atmosphere.

Facility Management

• Collaborate with branch staff to keep exercise spaces clean, well-equipped, and ready for classes.
• Identify and communicate equipment needs or facility issues to the Health and Wellness Director to maintain a high-quality experience.

YMCA Competencies

• Team Leader:
• Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.
• People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures
• Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

Qualifications

• Certification: Required certifications specific to the type of class being taught (e.g., Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Cycle, Les Mills, ACE, AFAA), as well as CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in group exercise instruction preferred, with the ability to engage and inspire members.
• Technical Skills: Comfortable using technology for scheduling, timecards, and training apps.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and relationship-building skills, creating an inclusive, positive environment.
• Professionalism: Enthusiasm, effective teaching, customer service, and passion for creating a welcoming space are essential.

Physical Demands

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Ready to demonstrate exercises, move through various postures, and actively lead classes.