Agility Adventures Instructor

La Crosse Area Family YMCA; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE adult Y membership

50% discount on Y programs

403(b) retirement account

12% retirement after 2 years and 1,000

Job summary

The Y in Onalaska, Wisconsin is seeking a part-time Agility Adventures Instructor to lead energy-filled classes for kids who love moving, jumping, and exploring. You’ll run obstacle courses, games, and movement challenges in a positive, inclusive setting and help children build confidence through active play.

Ideal candidates are 16+ with experience in high-energy settings and a friendly, patient attitude. Schedule includes weekday evenings or weekends, with setup and family communication

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Experience working with children in high-energy settings (camp, sports, childcare, recreation, etc.) preferred
• Comfortable leading and engaging groups of children
• Positive attitude, patience, and enthusiasm

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging Agility Adventures classes featuring obstacle courses, agility drills, games, and structured movement activities
• Create a welcoming, and well-managed class environment
• Set up and take down equipment before and after each class
• Supervise participants closely and use positive guidance strategies to redirect behavior
• Adapt activities to fit different ages, skill levels, and energy levels
• Communicate clearly with families and participants

Job description

Onalaska, United States

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• State/Province Wisconsin
• Country United States

About Us

The Y is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. Working locally, we focus on supporting young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

Job Description

Do you love obstacle courses, nonstop movement, and helping kids build confidence while having a blast? Join our team as a part-timeAgility Adventures Instructor and lead an action-packed youth program designed for kids who thrive when they’re moving, jumping, running, and exploring!

Agility Adventures is all about building agility, coordination, strength, and confidence through creative obstacle courses, exciting games, and structured movement challenges. It’s high-energy fun in a supportive, positive environment where kids can channel their energy and feel successful - without the technical instruction requirements of gymnastics.

If you’re creative, upbeat, and ready to keep kids moving and smiling, this could be the perfect fit!

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging Agility Adventures classes featuring obstacle courses, agility drills, games, and structured movement activities
• Create a welcoming, and well-managed class environment
• Set up and take down equipment before and after each class
• Supervise participants closely and use positive guidance strategies to redirect behavior
• Adapt activities to fit different ages, skill levels, and energy levels
• Communicate clearly with families and participants

Schedule

Weekday evenings and/or weekends based on program schedule.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old

Experience working with children in high-energy settings (camp, sports, childcare, recreation, etc.) preferred

Comfortable leading and engaging groups of children

Positive attitude, patience, and enthusiasm

• FREE adult Y membership (+ discount on Family Membership)
• 50% discount on Y programs
• 403(b) retirement account
• 12% retirement after 2 years and 1,000 hours per year