Group Exercise Instructor

Paycom - ATS; Park Terrace (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA seeks a high-energy group exercise instructor to lead energizing, safe, and educational classes that help members reach their health goals while having fun.

You will build authentic member relationships, maintain attendance records, attend trainings, and stay current on wellness trends. Certifications for classes taught and timely renewals (ASHI/FA/AED) are required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• The group exercise instructor must be high energy, motivating and a relationship builder.
• Leads energizing, safe, and educational group classes as directed by the supervisor.
• Builds authentic relationships with members and helps them connect with the YMCA.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records and attends trainings.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to support members.
• Certifications for classes taught; ASHI/FA/AED required within 30 days of hire.
• Instructor experience preferred; strong communication and social media skills valued.
• Knowledge of YMCA mission/philosophy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, and safe group classes to accomplish YMCA goals.
• Creates a welcoming class environment for all fitness levels.
• Answers questions to support members' healthy living goals.
• Attends required trainings, workshops and staff meetings.
• Maintains class attendance records and participates in events.

Skills

Strong communication

Social media skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Group fitness instruction

Job description

The group exercise instructor must be high energy, motivating and a relationship builder who will help people reach their goals through exercise while having fun.Essential FunctionsLeads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.Creates a welcoming class environment for all fitness levels and encourages and motivates class members.Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members.Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.Keeps accurate class attendance records.Attends required training sessions, workshops and staff meetings.Participates in master classes, fundraising and other special events.Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.Appropriate certifications for classes taughtOther certifications as required by the YCPR/FA/AED/02 (ASHI) required within 30 days of hireInstructor experience preferredStrong communication and social media skillsKnowledge and understanding of YMCA mission and philosophy preferredPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to demonstrate class exercises and stand or walk the majority of the class; the employee is frequently required to push, pull, balance, bend, twist, squat, kneel and reach; the employee must frequently lift and or move objects up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and or move objects up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to see, hear and talk.The employee may be exposed to moving parts of exercise equipment and cleaning supplies (chemicals) for wiping down exercise equipment.The work environment includes the wellness center, with some possible outdoor exposure during the workday. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers and fax machines.