Group Fitness Program Director
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, City of Rye, NY, United States
Overview
The Group Fitness-Program Director I is responsible for leading and growing programs that reflect the YMCA’s mission and serve community needs. This role includes supervising and developing part-time staff and volunteers, managing program operations and budgets, and ensuring a positive and high-quality experience for participants. The Program Director also builds partnerships with community organizations and supports outreach, marketing, and fundraising initiatives to strengthen engagement and impact.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Exercise Science, Kinesiology or Health Promotion preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in wellness program development or related work.
- NCCA accredited group fitness or personal training certification required.
- Experienced in and passionate about creating and fostering communities and relationship building through programs.
- Experience building a strong culture of hospitality through effective staff leadership and consistent member-centered service.
- Demonstrated experience in program and personnel development.
- Ability to effectively manage staff, programs, and department schedules.
- Strong oral, public speaking and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate initiative, effectively prioritize, and possess strong organizational skills.
- Builds meaningful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, engaging youth, families, and community members in inclusive, mission-driven experiences.
- Multilingual desired but not required.