Dynamic Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,857,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA seeks a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes and support branch activities. You will foster member relationships, promote healthy lifestyles, and ensure a clean, safe workout area.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification and a current national certification, with the ability to teach at least one class weekly. You will collaborate with the Fitness Coordinator/Director to plan sessions, follow emergency procedures, and attend staff meetings, maintaining

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification to be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Must hold a current national certification from ACSM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, NSCA, NETA or equivalent.
• Must maintain certification for the type of class taught.
• Willing to teach a minimum of one regular scheduled group exercise class per week.
• Provide copies of all certifications and required CECs to fitness director/branch director annually.
• If teaching specialty classes (Cycle, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Les Mills, etc.), must hold current specialty certification.
• Excellent human relations and communication skills.
• Team player; willing to substitute teach for other instructors.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and effective workout for the scheduled class format.
• Supervise and guide participants through warm-up, cardio endurance/strength, cool down, and stretch.
• Keep workout area clean and equipment properly stored.
• Arrive on time to clock in and prepare to teach.
• Demonstrate variations or modifications to accommodate participants.
• Report equipment issues to supervisor with details.
• Know and follow emergency procedures and complete incident forms as needed.
• Start and finish classes on time; arrange substitutes when unable to teach.
• Ensure music and clothing are appropriate; avoid offensive language.
• Encourage healthy lifestyles, not special diets or supplements.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and events.
• Keep classes fresh with new music and varied movements.
• Develop member relations and involvement; provide individualized instruction.
• Maintain professional relationships and avoid encouraging complaints; elevate feedback.
• Be aware of safety and boundaries with consumers.
• Complete abuse risk management training as required.
• Follow policies for high-risk activities and supervision.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Abide by job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Skills

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

National certification (ACSM/ACE/AFAA/

Job description

YMCA seeks a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes and support branch activities. You will foster member relationships, promote healthy lifestyles, and ensure a clean, safe workout area.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification and a current national certification, with the ability to teach at least one class weekly. You will collaborate with the Fitness Coordinator/Director to plan sessions, follow emergency procedures, and attend staff meetings, maintaining