Group Exercise Instructor - Mornings- Mayo Clinic

YMCA of Florida's First Coast; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community-focused organization is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead engaging classes, promote wellness, and provide exceptional service to members. The role requires certifications in group exercise formats and strong interpersonal skills. Join us to make a positive impact on community health and fitness!

Qualifications

• Must pass a group exercise audition based on the format(s) for which the instructor is hired.
• Possess effective time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing and educational group classes.
• Engages with members before and after class, addressing questions.
• Logs class attendance in GroupExPRO within 24 hours.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Problem Solving

Team Player

Education

Group Exercise Certifications

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Position Summary

Instructs group classes, providing excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Is at least 18 years of age or older.
• May have less than one year of experience in teaching group exercise classes or one or more years of group exercise participation.
• Must pass a group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired.
• Must possess certifications approved by the FCYMCA (eg, Les Mills, Barre, Yoga, Zumba) prior to teaching the designated format.
• Must possess a high degree of human-relations skills, must be able to facilitate class interaction and socialization, and should be considered a team player by members, co-workers, and management staff.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities.
• Possess ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to problem-solve
• Possess effective time-management skills.
• Possess strong customer-service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Pass a criminal background and drug-screening check.
  
  

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe, motivating, and educational group classes, as directed by the branch supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Is knowledgeable and stays updated on current issues and trends related to group fitness and wellness programs.
• Puts members first by engaging with them before and after class, welcoming new members to classes, and addressing questions and concerns with exceptional service and adequate follow through in a timely manner.
• Assists as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Secures his/her own music and selects music that is suitable for a family setting.
• Meets class participation goal set for Association standards, contributing to the member retention rate for the branch.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies the FCYMCA risk and safety guidelines, best practices, and branch emergency procedure.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations, reporting all incidents to direct supervisor with appropriate follow-up in a timely manner.
• Obtains and maintains access to Y-Link (link.ymca.net), YMCA's LCDC (Learning and Career Development Center), and to UKG Workforce Ready.
• Possesses a current CPR/AED/First Aid/O2 certification through ASHI (American Safety and Health Institute), OR obtains the ASHI certification within 60 days of hire. Certifications are kept current, with all updated licenses uploaded via Y-Link to LCDC.
• Maintains all group exercise certifications, keeping them current by meeting continuing education requirements or in alignment with certification requirements.
• Secures his/her own substitute instructor in a timely manner using the GroupExPRO App or other process outlined by the Associations if he/she is unable to teach a YMCA class. Ensures that substitute is approved by management before being relieved of responsibility for the class.
• Logs class attendance in GroupExPRO within 24 hours of when a class is taught. Class attendance may be logged via the GroupExPRO Instructor App or GroupExPRO website.
• Logs in to GroupExPRO a minimum of two times/week to check for facility updates, subbing opportunities, and other important information.
• Logs in to UKG Workforce Ready to log all worked hours by 11:59 p.m. on the final Saturday of a pay period.
• Refrains from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products, especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance-enhancing substances, and/or pain relievers.
  
  

NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.

Philanthropy: Supports fundraising.

Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Decision Making: Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another.

Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Self-Development: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Physical Demands

Ability to

• Conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50
• Communicate both orally and in
• Audition and perform skills necessary to lead others in a group fitness
  
  

Acceptable

• Eyesight (with or without correction).
• Hearing (with or without correction).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

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