Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility :
- Instructs all group exercise classes within the guidelines of the Association and maintains the quality of programs
Supervisory Responsibility :
X No Supervisory responsibility
Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)
Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnel
Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees
Directly responsible for supervising supervisory / managerial employees
Organizational Structure :
Job title to which this position reports : Group Exercise Coordinator and / or Wellness Director
Job titles directly reporting to this position : None
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position : None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Demonstrates skills and explains them clearly to class membersWorks at learning level of particular classResponsible for the safety of all participants during class timeWorks with individual students within class structure to enable all to correct faults, improve self image and progress in their fitness programReports to class on time, prepared with materials and equipment, and dressed in appropriate attireKnows emergency procedures and the location of emergency equipmentsKeeps class attendance and recordsSecures qualified substitutes well in advance and provides substitutes with rosters and lesson plansAttends pre-session instructor meetings, staff meetings, and instructor workshops as requiredMaintains all personal certifications; attends workshops and recertification training as needed or requiredPrepares teaching area with necessary equipments and returns it to storage at the end of classParticipates in branch recruitment for class participants or in program promotion eventsSupports management in programming decisionsAdheres to all YMCA Group Exercise policies and proceduresRespects the misson of the YMCA and reflects it's components while instructing the membersOther duties as requiredCustomer Service Standards :
Staff Engagement :
Be in proper uniform with name tags to be easily identifiedEngage members with new workout tips and techniques that are appropriate for themFacility Excellence :
I will be informed on programs and offerings from the other service areas.I will ensure that all equipment is clean and functional. Repairs will be made within 24 hours with related communication posted.Show :
I will recognize all members' personal accomplishments in an appropriate fashionI will help members to stay engaged and follow-up with members that are at riskEducation, Certification, Skills, and Experience :
High school diploma or GEDMust be 18 years or olderAble to conduct safe, effective and motivating Group exercise class.Must display an outgoing personality, enabling him / her to relate well to participantsDemonstrated interest in working with individuals as well as groups of peopleCriminal Background CheckCurrent CPR, AEDNationally recognized group exercise certification and / or other specialty certifications like Yoga Alliance, CrossFit, Zumba,Pilates / Pilates Reformer, Martial Arts,Spin / Indoor Cycle,Les Mills, BarreYMCA Leadership Certification :
Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification
Working Conditions :
Able to teach at various times during the dayWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands or arms, lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.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.
