WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR (NIR FAMILY YMCA)

About the role

Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. In accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Buils effective, authentic relationship with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Responsible for walking around and cueing adjustments from pool deck and correcting form during class.
• Aid in maintaining equipment and informing Director of any breakage or items needing replacement.
• Report to work 5 minutes prior to class to prepare for class and ensure proper set up and tear down of class including setup and breakdown of sound system.
• Responsible for covering their class. Any substitutes should be called into their Director/Coordinator.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED Certification in areas of expertise. (Water fitness classes).
• To teach Aqua Zumba, certification as an instructor is required.
• YMCA orientation required in first 60 days.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Physical Demands

Ability to conduct classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.