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Why You'll Love Being Part of Our Team:
- Complimentary Family YMCA Membership: Enjoy unlimited access to the YMCA’s exceptional facilities—fitness centers, classes, pools, and more—at absolutely no cost to you or your family!
- Exclusive Discounts on Programs: Take advantage of special discounts on exciting programs, classes, and activities, all at a fraction of the cost.
- Retirement Plans: Build your future with access to a 403(b) Savings Plan and 401(a) Retirement Plan (after meeting service requirements).
- Flexible Hours: Enjoy the freedom to create a schedule that works best for you and your life.
Join us for more than just a job—this is your opportunity to live well, stay active, and plan for a secure tomorrow! Apply today!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Wellness Instructor conducts a safe and effective Group Exercise class and instructs with a position and motivating spirit that is inclusive for all. Also provides a quality experience to all participants that focus on the YMCA core values; honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Instructor must possess knowledge of sound fitness principles, contraindicated exercises and movements, sound form and appropriate music selection.
- Conduct Group Fitness classes when scheduled and be available to substitute for other instructors based on need and availability.
- Instructor will be responsible for finding a replacement if they are unable to teach their scheduled class. Instructors may not cancel class without the permission of their supervisor and the supervisor must be contacted a minimum of 24 hours in advance.
- Instructor must be fully prepared and on time for all classes
- Must set up and put away music equipment, microphone, fitness equipment and any other special equipment used in conjunction with the class.
- Instructors will dress and act in a professional and appropriate manner.
- Must be willing to stay after class to build rapport and answer any questions a participant might have
- Report unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or other person of responsibility if your immediate supervisor is not available.
- Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
- Follow departmental dress code. No alterations to the dress code are allowed.
- Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
- Help with other YMCA functions and duties as assigned by supervisor
- Know appropriate emergency and safety procedures and proper exits for everyone in the facility.
- Builds relationships with members and building participants.
- Exemplify the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
- Showing up for all scheduled dates on time and in proper attire
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current nationally recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification. (YMCA, AFFA, ACE etc.)
- Ability to plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate classes.
- At least 18 years of age.
- CPR/First Aid/AED/Oxygen certifications within 30 days of hire.
- Complete Redwoods training prior to hire and as required going forward.
- Complete Activate America training and other YMCA required trainings.
- Complete annual online and in-person child sexual abuse prevention training.
