Group Exercise Instructor

Young Men’s Christian Association of Greater Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to teach a variety of group classes, assess new members' fitness needs, and provide safe, effective programs in a supportive environment.

The role requires a Group Exercise Instructor certification, current CPR/First Aid/AED or within 30 days, and YMCA safety trainings; employment includes background checks as part of equal opportunity hiring. You will lead classes with clear movement patterns and monitor heart rate for safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Group Exercise Instructor certification.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED or within 30 days.
• YMCA Safety Trainings.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and assessing new members for fitness needs and providing a safe and effective program to meet those needs.
• Leading group exercise classes with appropriate verbal instructions and clear patterns of movement.
• Providing instructions for participants on taking their heart rate and when to decrease the intensity of the workout for their safety.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Related experience 1–3 months

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for teaching group exercise to members, providing a variety of exercise options for the fitness program. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character – caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meeting and assessing new members for fitness needs and providing a safe and effective program to meet those needs.
• Leading group exercise classes with appropriate verbal instructions and clear patterns of movement.
• Providing instructions for participants on taking their heart rate and when to decrease the intensity of the workout for their safety.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Group Exercise Instructor certification

Current CPR, First Aid, AED or within 30 days

YMCA Safety Trainings

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.