Energetic Water Aerobics Instructor & Wellness Coach

YMCA Southcoast; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Southcoast is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor to lead, supervise, and demonstrate water exercise classes designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

You will teach proper techniques, explain exercise physiology in general terms, modify moves for safety, and develop diverse, energizing routines while tracking attendance and addressing participant safety concerns. This role requires physical stamina and swimming ability in a busy pool environment.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in leading water exercise classes.
• Physically able to conduct and demonstrate water exercise routines.
• Ability to interact and instruct individuals of a wide range of age and ability.
• AEA or other aquatic exercise certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and instruct members and guests in water aerobics classes designed to improve and/or maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Demonstrates proper techniques and routines for water exercise class participation.
• Educates participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications, and modification of moves.
• Develops routines that are diverse, enjoyable, and energizing.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness trends to enhance participation and educate participants.
• Maintains class attendance records; encourages participant commitment individually and as a group.
• Identify and address participant safety concerns.

Skills

Water exercise instruction

Physical stamina

Instruct diverse ages

Aquatic certification

Job description

YMCA Southcoast is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor to lead, supervise, and demonstrate water exercise classes designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

You will teach proper techniques, explain exercise physiology in general terms, modify moves for safety, and develop diverse, energizing routines while tracking attendance and addressing participant safety concerns. This role requires physical stamina and swimming ability in a busy pool environment.