Group Exercise Instructor, Healthy Lifestyles

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles seeks a Healthy Lifestyles Instructor to lead group exercise sessions across various fitness areas, ensuring safety and engagement. You will greet members warmly, plan effective sessions, and model proper form to all participants.

The role emphasizes building community, motivating members, and supporting healthy living goals, while complying with YMCA safety policies and leadership standards.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or equivalent certification (ACE/AFAA/ACSM) required.
• Equivalency certification provision allows other recognized entities.

Responsibilities

• Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable environment.
• Plan and lead exercise sessions across multiple fitness areas.
• Demonstrates proper form and techniques to participants.
• Engages members and supports healthy living goals.
• Set up and monitor class equipment and assess safety.

Skills

Strong character values

Communication skills

Education

CPR certification

Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or equivalent (ACE/AFAA/ACSM)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYInstructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. The Healthy Lifestyles Instructor is responsible for leading Group Exercise classes teaching the specific skills affiliated with each particular course design, while maintaining the health and safety of each class participant.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProgram DeliveryCreate a welcoming environment by greeting members by name with a smile and eye contact.Plan and lead exercise sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas, such as aerobics, stretching/flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, and/or specialty training by implementing effective teaching methods, giving equal attention to all participants.Responsible for administering professional and effective program-specific skills according to course description.Address members who are not performing exercises correctly by demonstrating proper form and techniques.Member EngagementResponsible for building small communities by facilitating connections with and between members.Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance to support members in their healthy living goals.Encourage member involvement and identify potential volunteers.Respond promptly and courteously to all member inquiries/needs.Administration & ComplianceSet up and monitor class equipment, ensuring equipment remains in working condition. Report all equipment repair needs to supervisor immediately.Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate.Distribute handouts and/or class evaluations, if appropriate, and answer questions from participants after each session.Record number of participants per class for every class taught.Complete additional projects and reports as required.Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIESThe Y’s Leadership Competency Model is comprised of 14 Leadership Competencies (leadership knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for success in the Y), organized by the four disciplines of Cause-Driven Leadership:Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the communityCompetencies Include: Change Leadership, Engaging Community, Philanthropy, & VolunteerismBuilding Relationships: Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needsCompetencies Include: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, & InclusionLeading Operations: ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the communityCompetencies Include: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation, & Program/Project ManagementDeveloping & Inspiring Others: support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impactCompetencies Include: Emotional Maturity & Developing Self & OthersWhile all competencies are significant, the following are critical to success in this position:Engaging CommunityInclusionFunctional ExpertiseDeveloping Self & OthersMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCERTIFICATIONS: CPR; Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or equivalent ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor o As current non-Y certifications lapse and/or require renewal/recertification via CEC’s through a 3rd party vendor (whether ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, Pilates, or other) staff may keep those certifications current at their own expense.If staff choose not to keep their non-Y certifications current, as a condition of employment to continue to work for the Y, staff will be required to complete the Y-ACE certifications.Y-ACE has an equivalency certification provision. Anyone holding an equivalent certification from another recognized entity can apply for an equivalency.SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Strong character values; communication skillsRELATED EXPERIENCE: Previous experience as a fitness instructor preferredWORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSYou must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.Req# 4468