Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor

Armed Services YMCA of The U S A; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Armed Services YMCA of The U S A is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead engaging, safe fitness classes and support members in reaching health goals. The role emphasizes inclusivity of all skill levels in a wellness-centered environment and requires maintaining current certifications and following YMCA policies.

The position involves teamwork with Wellness staff, travel to other ASYMCA facilities, and adherence to safety standards, with a focus on respectful, culturally sensitive

Qualifications

• Current certification in group exercise from ACE/NASM/AAFA or equivalent (or 200 hours yoga instructor training, Zumba, ReFIT or Aquatic Instructor certification).
• First Aid/CPR certification is required.
• State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI fingerprint screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe, and educational group classes as directed by supervisor.
• Answers questions to support members in achieving health and well-being goals.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support.
• Builds relationships with members and connects them to ASYMCA facilities.
• Observes and adjusts approach to accommodate participants' abilities, health, and culture.
• Travels up to 10% to instruct or substitute at other ASYMCA facilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Group exercise instruction

Education

ACE/NASM/AAFA group exercise cert or 200-hour yoga training or Zumba/ReFIT/Aquatic Instructor

First Aid/ CPR Certification

State Police Criminal Record Check

F.B.I. Fingerprint Screening

Job description

Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels.. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs. Attend all YMCA training meetings, special events and staff meetings as requested. Must uphold and promote the YMCA mission by demonstrating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Main Responsibilities

Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.

Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.

Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.

Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the ASYMCA.

Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.

Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Arrives with time to set up music and routine before start of class;
• Reads weekly fitness announcements to class prior to start;
• Begins and ends classes on time;
• Adjusts program to meet needs of participants in each class;
• Returns all equipment back in proper storage location;
• Sweeps studio/exercise area after completion of each class;
• Reports accurate class attendace counts;
• Keeps music below 85 decibels;
• Reports any damanged equipment to Wellness Director;
• Checks email regularly for updates from Wellness Director;
• Wears only ASYMCA Fitness Staff attire when instructing (mid-drift covered, shorts minimum of 3” inseam).
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Mandatory Certifications

The Group Exercise Instructor must maintain and have current the following credentials and licensure:

• Current Group Exercise Certification from ACE, NASM, AAFA, or 200 hours yoga instructor training, or Zumba, ReFIT certification or Aquatic Instructor Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• State Police Criminal Record Check
• F.B.I. Fingerprint Screening

Physical Demands

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:

• Ability to conduct classes and activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This job operates in a Wellness Center but is based in an office. The position will interact with children and adults on a daily basis.

Travel

10% Travel Time Is expected. May need to travel from one ASYMCA facility to another to instruct or substitute classes.

Education and Experience

• Must have current certification in area of expertise.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
• One year experience instructing group exercise classes is preferred.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.