Exercise Instructor (Bootcamp)

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave

EAP and wellness program

Professional training and education

Employee discounts on programs and用品

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a part-time Boot Camp Instructor at University YMCA in Tacoma, WA. You will lead high-energy interval training sessions blending cardio, strength and mobility to create an engaging fitness experience for participants.

The role requires at least one year of group exercise experience, knowledge of core fitness components, and preferred certifications (Group Exercise/Foundations of Strength & Conditioning or ACE/ACSM/AFAA).

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in group exercise classes.
• Knowledge of core fitness components and best practices for group exercise instruction.
• Group Exercise certification (preferred) and related certifications such as YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning/Group Exercise or ACE/ACSM/AFAA (preferred).
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must pass Background and Reference checks per WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fun, safe and educational classes.
• Design classes to improve flexibility, strength, muscular endurance, and cardio-respiratory conditioning.
• Demonstrate techniques with different intensity levels.
• Build relationships with members.
• Assist in compiling program statistics.

Skills

Group exercise instruction

Core fitness knowledge

Diversity and inclusion awareness

Online training readiness

Education

Group Exercise certification (preferred)

YMCA/ACE/ACSM/AFAA certifications (preferred)

CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, Oxygen (preferred)

WA State background and reference checks compliance

Online Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

Wage:$19.23 to $19.73 per hour(Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours:Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location:University YMCA, Tacoma, WA
As an Boot Camp Instructor,you will be expected to lead exercise classes that specialize in high intensity interval training workouts that utilize a combination of cardio, strength, and mobility to create a fun, high energy experience for participants!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year experience in group exercise classes.
• Knowledge of core fitness components and best practices for group exercise instruction.
• Group Exercise or related specialty certification (preferred).
• YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning and/or Foundations of Group Exercise certification, or equivalent certifications such as ACE, ACSM, or AFAA (preferred).
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conductfun, safeand educational classes
• Design classes to improve one or more of the four components of fitness; flexibility, strength, muscular endurance, and cardio-respiratory conditioning
• Demonstrate techniqueswith different intensity levels
• Build relationships with members
• Assist in compiling program statistics

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Location(s)

1710 Market Street, Tacoma , Washington 98402 , United States

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.