Body Combat Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 64,884,960 - 84,328,406; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership including"

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO for part-time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Coatesville, PA is seeking a Part Time Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes and support members in achieving fitness goals.

You will conduct classes, track attendance, greet participants by name, utilize Upace Group Ex technology, collaborate with staff, and promote a healthy lifestyle while upholding YMCA policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of participation in group exercise class(es) required.
• Obtain and maintain all new-hire certifications within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group exercise classes in a safe, enthusiastic and professional manner.
• Greet participants by name and take class attendance.
• Utilize Upace Group Ex technology for tracking and communication.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle and model YMCA values.
• Ensure classes start and end on time and provide modifications as needed.

Skills

Group exercise experience

Positive role model

Effective communication

Tools

Upace Group Ex

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Coatesville YMCA - Coatesville , PA 19320
• Position Type: Part Time
• Education Level: None
• Salary Range: $22.64 - $29.43 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Any
• Job Category: Health/Wellness

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non‑profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life‑changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full‑time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Conduct group exercise classes and provide assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous and professional manner.
• Be a positive YMCA role‑model with an enthusiastic attitude.
• All scheduled classes will be held, and sub coverage secured.
• Classes will start and end on time.
• Greet participants and learn their names.
• Take class attendance.
• Familiarize yourself with our Upace Group Ex technology which includes but is not limited to sub tracking system, class contact feature, class cancellation.
• Check and respond in a timely fashion to your YMCA email.
• Identify your participants’ limitations and adapt your classes and/or provide modifications accordingly.
• Properly and safely utilize all equipment associated with your class.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Attend advanced training workshops that are offered throughout the year by the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (or another co‑op member YMCA).
• Participate in special events and open houses throughout the year.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of participation in group exercise class(es) required.
• Possess and maintain at least one current Group Exercise certificate of completion or specialty certificate from a reputable organization for each specialized group modality.
• Obtain and maintain all new‑hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Work Conditions and 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.