Group Exercise Instructor

Greater Green Bay YMCA

De Pere (WI)

Presencial

USD 30 000 - 40 000

Tempo integral

14 dias+

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Resumo da oferta

A local fitness organization is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to motivate members and lead engaging fitness classes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to instruct safely while encouraging participation from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Certification training is provided, making this an excellent entry-level opportunity.

Qualificações

Strong skills in motivating people positively.
Basic knowledge of fitness class components and techniques.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsabilidades

Motivate and collaborate with participants of all backgrounds.
Instruct on proper form and enforce safety procedures.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Conhecimentos

Basic fitness instruction

Motivating others

Communication skills

Formação académica

YMCA Group Fitness Instructor certification

CPR certification

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Job Summary

Motivate members with enthusiasm and encouragement to help the reach the next level of fitness. Engage members as you deliver classes with enthusiasm, leadership, and knowledge of the components of a safe and effective fitness program.

Motivate and collaborate with people of all abilities, ages, opinions, and backgrounds to ensure a positive experience that meets their unique needs.
Build collaborative relationships with participants to grow class attendance.
Instruct participants on proper form and safety.
Enforce prescribed safety procedures and rules of good behavior and courtesy within the class.
If your personal schedule takes you away from a scheduled shift, find a substitute instructor and provide a prepared lesson plan for them to ensure the class members are given the high-quality lesson.
Take class attendance on a daily basis.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor with coworkers and patrons. Make class participants feel welcome, safe and engaged.
Actively participate in required staff trainings and meetings. Maintain required certifications.
Act according to facility protocol to ensure safety of all staff and children which includes:

Adhere to policies related to boundaries with staff and children.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Skills And Training

Basic knowledge of the components and techniques for teaching fitness classes and the ability to instruct and keep cadence with music required.
Must demonstrate strong skills working with and motivating people in a positive manner.
Must obtain YMCA Group Fitness Instructor certification within six months of employment and CPR certification within 60 days of employment; training provided. Certain classes may require additional certification prior to employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Due to the instructional nature of the position the Instructor must actively lead and demonstrate all the exercises and choreography associated with the class. This will require significant use of hands, arms, and body for 30-60 minutes at various degrees of physical assertion, as well as the ability to lift up to 20 pounds (depending on the class) to set up and put away equipment.
Must be able to speak clearly and project your voice while performing physical exercises.
Occasional local travel between centers and/or other locations within the community may be required.

COMPETENCIES

Building Relationships: Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships and collaboration. Create sustainable relationships within the Y. Assist members in becoming more connected to the Y and build small communities.
Emotional Maturity: How we understand and conduct ourselves impacts our relationships. Demonstrate ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Advancing Our Mission and Cause: As a member of a cause driven organization you will support the Y, its members, participants, and staff by living the Y’s values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in all interactions and aspects of job performance and demonstrate the desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Safety: Adhere to and enforce safety policies and procedures for the association.

This job description represents the major functions of the job but is not intended to be all inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for performing other duties as necessary for Association success.

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