Group Ex Instructor - Association Wide

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region in Colorado Springs is seeking Group Exercise Instructors for formats such as Senior Fitness, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre and more. You will lead classes with a focus on health and well‑being, create a welcoming community, and ensure safe, well‑organized sessions across age ranges.

The role requires current national group exercise certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and CPR/AED/First Aid credentials (provided on employment).

Qualifications

• Must hold a current nationally recognized group exercise certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications required or provided upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Group Exercise Classes with excellent service and member retention.
• Create community within the YMCA programs.
• Record and maintain attendance records.
• Set up facility/equipment and prepare exercise plans (warm-up, workout, cooldown).
• Demonstrate modifications for various conditions/injuries and act as first responder when needed.
• Attend in-service meetings and maintain all certifications.

Skills

Group Exercise Leadership

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

First Aid

Education

Group Exercise Certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80903, OVERVIEW The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is looking to recruit Group Exercise Instructors for multiple formats, including but not limited to: Senior Fitness, Strength, HIIT, Circuit, Yoga, Pilates, Piyo, Barre, Dance formats, Core, MOSSA formats (Group Power, Group Fight, Group Centergy, Group Core). The Group Exercise Instructor will provide a skill-based exercise program with the emphasis on health and well-being to participants of all ages. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Group Exercise Instructor ensures an atmosphere of discipline, friendliness, and safety within the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s programs. They must present themselves in an exemplary manner and have a positive, enthusiastic attitude about the YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead Group Exercise Classes with excellent customer service and member retention skills
• Create community
• Provide music that meets YMCA Standards.
• Enforce rules and policies.
• Record and maintain attendance records.
• Set up a facility or equipment, store equipment upon completion of class.
• Prepare exercise plans that include proper warm-up, work phase, and cooldown/warm down
• Secure a qualified substitute instructor when needed.
• Demonstrate ability to provide modifications for a wide range of conditions/injuries
• Act as a first responder in case of injury, accident or illness in the group ex studios and provide back up needed in emergencies and crowd control.
• Report injuries and complete required forms.
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs and fitness related questions.
• Attend Group Exercise Instructor in-service/meetings. Instructors must attend 1-2 scheduled meetings per year.
• Maintain all certifications.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

• Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Cultivates relationships to members.
• Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Build relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
• Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications: PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Nationally Recognized Group Exercise Professional
• Non-certified candidates will be considered, but will not be allowed to teach until appropriate certification and in-house training is achieved.
• General Knowledge of exercise training and leadership including basic anatomy, physiology, and exercise Principles
• 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience of leading other in a Group Exercise class preferred
• Knowledge of participants’ abilities and physical limitations, and the ability to modify exercises accordingly.
• Patience and the ability to communicate with all participants and Y members.
• Current CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen Certifications (provided upon employment by the YMCA)
• Must demonstrate qualities of a leader and be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly to an emergency.