Fitness Group Exercise Instructor

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Missouri; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City invites applications for a Y Fitness Group Exercise Instructor. You will plan and lead cardio, flexibility and muscular endurance classes, including warm-ups and cool-downs, while ensuring safety and proper equipment setup.

Required are CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, successful audition with the director, and a nationally recognized group exercise certification or YMCA Foundations. Strong people skills and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and legally eligible to work.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required.
• Complete and pass audition with the director.
• Ability to relate to people on all levels in a friendly manner.
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times.
• Certification in a recognized group exercise format or YMCA Foundations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to YMCA's mission of healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility.
• Plan and lead exercise classes for groups.
• Set up equipment and store it securely after class.
• Keep the wellness area clean and safe.
• Track participants and note new or dropping members.
• Check instructor board weekly for updates from the director.
• Be a team player with other associates.
• Maintain safety by following YMCA and national guidelines.
• Stay knowledgeable in fitness topics through required CEUs.
• Notify management of unsafe conditions or injuries promptly.
• Use a microphone when available during classes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Audition readiness

Safety awareness

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

National Group Exercise Certification (AFAA, ACE, NCSM)

Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise

Job description

Overview

A Y Fitness Group Exercise Instructor conducts group exercise classes in the areas of cardiovascular wellness, flexibility, and muscular endurance incorporating warm ups and cools downs for each class.

YMCA employment benefits:

• Ongoing training


• Free YMCA membership to all YMCA centers


• Flexible schedules


• Opportunities for career advancement

OUR CULTURE:

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven . We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose.We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall YMCA mission of healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.




• Plan and lead exercise classes.




• Set up equipment and store securely after class.




• Maintain the cleanliness of the wellness area.




• Keep track of participants and note when there is a new participant in class or when a regular participant has dropped out.




• Check instructor book or board weekly to keep current with announcements and information from the director.




• Be a team player with all other associates.




• Maintain safety in all classes by following YMCA and national certification guidelines.




• Keep knowledgeable in the areas of fitness, exercise science, nutrition, CPR, First Aid, choreography, etc. through required YMCA and national CEUS.




• Notify appropriate associate of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accident, or injuries immediately.




• Use microphone in class, if available.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.


• Current CPR/AED and First Aid.


• Complete and pass audition with director.


• Able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.


• Able to reflect a positive attitude.


• Accepted National Group Exercise Certification (i.e. AFAA, ACE, NCSM), specialized training in a nationally recognized format (i.e. Zumba, YogaFit, RYT 200 or 500, Piloxing, Pilates, Powder Blue formats, LesMills etc) and/or Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise.

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