Water Fitness Instructor - Middle Tyger YMCA Duncan, SC

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Duncan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading fitness organization in Canada seeks a Water Fitness Instructor responsible for conducting engaging classes and ensuring the safety and well-being of aquatic participants. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and demonstrate strong communication skills. This role also involves maintaining a clean pool environment and effectively managing emergencies.

Qualifications

• Professional certifications in water exercise or fitness including YMCA, ACE, AFFA, ACSM, AEA.
• Current certification in Adult or Community CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to see and hear swimmers in distress.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water fitness classes in compliance with YMCA standards.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment and cleanliness of the pool area.
• Engage positively with members and execute emergency action plans.

Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Instructional Skills

Education

Professional certifications in water exercise or fitness

Current certification in Adult or Community CPR and First Aid

Job description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the water fitness instructor will conduct classes that comply with the standards of the certification held as well as the YMCA’s mission and teaching philosophy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional certifications in water exercise or fitness including, but not limited to: YMCA, ACE, AFFA, ACSM, AEA, etc. or in-house training.

• Current certification in Adult or Community CPR and First Aid

• Ability to see and hear noises in the aquatic environment and recognize swimmers in distress

• Communicate verbally and project voice across a 25-foot distance

• Demonstrate appropriate exercises and activities in the water (86*) or on deck (88*)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a safe instructional environment.

• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the pool, deck, storage, and surrounding areas.

• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.

• Report for duty on time and prepared to teach wearing appropriate fitness/swimwear

• Know and practice all emergency action plans and procedures.

• Secure a substitute in the event of illness or emergency and notify the Aquatic Director.

• Engage in positive public relations with members.

• Refrain from eating, reading, talking, or texting on cell phones while on duty.

• Assist lifeguards in the event of an emergency, including accident/incident reports.

• Complete all employment records in an honest and timely manner

• Notify the Director or Building Supervisor if a potentially serious problem is observed in the pool or surrounding area.

• Perform additional tasks delegated by the Director for the overall benefit of the Aquatics Department and YMCA.