Job Posting Title Group Fitness Instructor
Puebloymca, Pueblo, CO, United States
Overview
Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of community members. At the YMCA, we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working within our communities.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
Responsibilities
Lead high quality group fitness classes, as directed by the program manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
Create a welcoming and engaging group fitness experience with a focus on safety, quality, and member engagement
Teach effective, safe and enjoyable exercise classes using proper explanations on exercise form, progressions, cueing techniques and incorporation of music (if applicable)
Demonstrate the Y’s core values and attributes in all interactions with staff, members and guests
Track class attendance using the Y’s designated processes and systems
Develop positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance
Encourage member involvement in the Y and identifies potential volunteers and donors
Conduct class announcements as designated by branch staff
Operate all equipment properly and promptly report any problems to branch staff
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
Obtain a substitute instructor when needed
MMA, Karate, and other modalities of fitness included
Qualifications
Minimum age of 18 years
Required Certifications: current state approved First Aid and CPR/AED, current, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in-group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification
Minimum 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred
Current “specialty class” certifications as required: such as MOSSA, Silver Sneakers, Zumba, Mat Pilates, etc
Demonstrated ability to teach group exercise in a proficient manner. Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques
Ability to motivate others in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence
Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
Must have solid fitness industry knowledge
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate objects, tools, and/or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl; talk and/or hear; taste and/or smell
The employee occasionally required to lift and/or move 45 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Free YMCA Staff Membership
Program Discounts
Paid Sick Leave
Employee Assistant Program
Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
Career development and training opportunities
OUR YMCA CULTURE
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming:
we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine:
we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful:
we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing:
we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined:
above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Posted Salary Range
USD $15.16 - USD $21.50 /Hr.
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Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of community members. At the YMCA, we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working within our communities.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
Responsibilities
Lead high quality group fitness classes, as directed by the program manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
Create a welcoming and engaging group fitness experience with a focus on safety, quality, and member engagement
Teach effective, safe and enjoyable exercise classes using proper explanations on exercise form, progressions, cueing techniques and incorporation of music (if applicable)
Demonstrate the Y’s core values and attributes in all interactions with staff, members and guests
Track class attendance using the Y’s designated processes and systems
Develop positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance
Encourage member involvement in the Y and identifies potential volunteers and donors
Conduct class announcements as designated by branch staff
Operate all equipment properly and promptly report any problems to branch staff
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
Obtain a substitute instructor when needed
MMA, Karate, and other modalities of fitness included
Qualifications
Minimum age of 18 years
Required Certifications: current state approved First Aid and CPR/AED, current, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in-group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification
Minimum 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred
Current “specialty class” certifications as required: such as MOSSA, Silver Sneakers, Zumba, Mat Pilates, etc
Demonstrated ability to teach group exercise in a proficient manner. Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques
Ability to motivate others in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence
Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
Must have solid fitness industry knowledge
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate objects, tools, and/or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl; talk and/or hear; taste and/or smell
The employee occasionally required to lift and/or move 45 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Free YMCA Staff Membership
Program Discounts
Paid Sick Leave
Employee Assistant Program
Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
Career development and training opportunities
OUR YMCA CULTURE
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming:
we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine:
we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful:
we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing:
we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined:
above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Posted Salary Range
USD $15.16 - USD $21.50 /Hr.
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