Dynamic Water Aerobics Instructor (Part-Time)

YMCA of Greater Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Dayton is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor for the Downtown Dayton location. The role supports members in group exercise, maintains water-area cleanliness, and upholds YMCA standards.

This part-time, non-exempt position offers engagement with community wellness and fitness programming. Responsibilities include leading classes, ensuring safety, managing attendance, and promoting YMCA programs while arriving early and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required; 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science or related field preferred.
• Six months class participation experience or fitness class assistant and interest in fitness field.

Responsibilities

• Leads fitness and/or related classes following YMCA standards and guidelines.
• Communicates and enforces wellness center rules at participants’ comprehension level.
• Trains participants in a demonstrative and professional manner.
• Watches and corrects participants when exercising unsafely.
• Promotes wellness and other YMCA programs.
• Arrives 10–15 minutes before class to start duties.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment.
• Begins and ends every class on time.
• Takes attendance for each class.
• Ensures participants are registered appropriately.
• Educates members on appropriate attire for group classes.
• Teaches entire session and arranges subs if needed.
• Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivation.
• Increases awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Exercising regularly to maintain fitness level.
• Inspects equipment for safety and wear.
• Reports concerns to supervisor.
• Suggests improvements for pool area programs.
• Maintains cleanliness of water aerobics equipment.

Skills

Fitness class experience

Lead classes

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year college degree or related experience

Job description

YMCA of Greater Dayton is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor for the Downtown Dayton location. The role supports members in group exercise, maintains water-area cleanliness, and upholds YMCA standards.

This part-time, non-exempt position offers engagement with community wellness and fitness programming. Responsibilities include leading classes, ensuring safety, managing attendance, and promoting YMCA programs while arriving early and maintaining equipment.