Pay Range: Starting at $14.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Position Summary:
Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle TN, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Wellness Director or Group Fitness Coordinator, the Group Fitness Instructor will instruct high quality group fitness classes, provide excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Essential Functions:
Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Ensure safe and risk free environment at all times while meeting the individual needs of the participants
Lead high quality group fitness classes as directed by supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
Provide an energized, fun, safe and educational class
Begin and end class on time
Exhibit a true team player attitude through support, concern and subbing for team members
Attend other instructors’ classes, at least once per month
Attend and participate actively in fitness staff meetings
Keep accurate class attendance records
Submit sub requests through designated platform as needed to ensure classes are covered when unavailable to teach
Report to MOD or supervisor immediately - and document - any accident/injury/incident
Clean and return all equipment to proper place (e.g., mats, batteries, bands, etc.)
Maintain current certifications
Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry and YMCA trends to provide effective information and training to members
Build relationships and interact with members
Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our Centers
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Minimum 18 years of age
Teaching experience: under one year acceptable
One specialty Certification preferred (Zumba, Les Mills, etc.)
Yoga / Pilates Minimum Training Hours: 20
Certifications Required:
Before start of 1st class: New Hire Orientation training
Before start of 1st class: One of the following:
Group Exercise Primary Certification (ACE, AFAA, ISSA, etc.)
Specialty Certification (Yoga, Les Mills, Ripped, Zumba, etc.)
YMCA Group Fitness Instructor Certification provided by the Y upon hire (Principles of Member Health and Wellness, Foundations of Group Exercise at the Y)
Within 30 days of hire: CPR Pro/First Aid/AED
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level is usually minimal to moderate.