What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Exercise Instructor position at YMCA OF INDIANA COUNTY?
The YMCA of Indiana County is an equal opportunity employer.The YMCA of Indiana County is seeking an outgoing and energetic person with a passion for health and wellness and the ability to engage individuals in Group Exercise classes. The ideal candidate will have the ability to to create a fun, safe, group environment to exercise with a variety of ages and abilities.
INCLUDES FREE EMPLOYEE YMCA MEMBERSHIP
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate the ability to move rhythmically to the beat of the music including the ability to incorporate optimal usage of cueing, tempo, choreography, and safe transitional, movements from one pattern to another.
- A highly sufficient degree of energy and have the endurance to complete each fitness class.
- Responsible for the efficiency of the lesson program through rigorous adherence to standards set for progression and honest evaluation of student's abilities.
- Responsible for service to members and participants by learning and using member’s names and being available before and after class for questions from participants and parents.
- Responsible for attending all scheduled classes within a session; when an absence is unavailable, secures a substitute and provides lesson plans for that substitute.
Displays and models the YMCA core values of Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct fitness/wellness orientations and perform fitness assessments.
- Responsible for scheduling of appointments and monitoring completion of purchased sessions with each client.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and adaptability with the client making each session fun and enjoyable while motivating participants
- Ability to bring in own clients by acting as fitness attendant and getting to know members.
- Responsible for promotion of services within guidelines of the YMCA of Indiana County.
- Maintain current personal training and first aid/CPR certification.
- Serve as effective fitness and lifestyles role model for members.
KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS - ABILITIES:
Education: CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days. (available at the Y)
Experience:
Group Exercise Instructor I: 0-2 years’ experience instructing group exercise classes or 1 national certification (ACE, AFAA, ACSM, AAAI, or equivalent) OR complete Y of USA Group Exercise Instructor certification. Must obtain YMCA required training within 90 days of hire. Must demo class for Director prior to being put on the schedule.
- Education: Experience in instruction of physiologically sound fitness and weight training programs. Must hold current CPR/AED certification or sign-up for a course at the YMCA.
KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS - ABILITIES:
Education: CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days.
Experience: Group Exercise Instructor I: 0-2 years’ experience instructing group exercise classes or 1 national certification (ACE, AFAA, ACSM, AAAI, or equivalent) OR complete Y of USA Group Exercise Instructor certification. Must obtain YMCA required training within 90 days of hire. Must demo class for Director prior to being put on schedule.
Working Conditions: Moderate – High intensity physical level required for appropriate instruction of the class.
Equipment Used: Varies based on class.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical Activity: The ability to be physically active for long periods of time without getting tired or out of breath.
- Lifting: The ability to lift or push/pull 35 pounds occasionally.
- Standing: The ability to stand for extensive periods of time.
- Movement: The ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach out, squat, and kneel frequently.
- Coordination: The ability to coordinate the movement of several parts of the body such as arms and legs, while moving frequently.
- Balance: The ability to keep or regain balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
- Hearing: The ability to hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
- Vision: The ability to see differences between colors, shades and brightness.
- Communication: The ability to communicate in an effective manner.
- Gross Manipulation: The ability to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with the hands.
- Alternate sit/stand: The ability to choose between sitting or standing as needed.
- lies with ADA and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/employees to perform essential job functions. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and , if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential function of their job, absent undue hardship.
BENEFITS
- Free Employee Membership and discounted programs/purchases - after two consecutive years of employment, upgrade to Family Membership.
- Variety of shifts available (mornings and evenings).
Come join our awesome team!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $8.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 29 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free fitness classes
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- Opportunities for advancement
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience and/or education do you have that relates to the Group Exercise Instructor position?
- In relation to this position, what certifications do you have (if any).
- During what time period in the mornings would you be able to instruct?
- During what time period in the evenings would you be able to instruct?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8 - $13
