Group Exercise Instructor (TRX) - La Jolla

YMCA of San Diego; California; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego is seeking a Group Exercise TRX Instructor to build positive member relationships and deliver safe, effective classes. You will greet participants, lead small-group sessions, and guide workouts that suit all fitness levels.

Responsibilities include teaching TRX classes, 1:1 sessions, cueing, proper form, equipment setup/breakdown, and upholding YMCA guidelines. CPR/First Aid and certifications are required; fingerprinting may apply.

Qualifications

• NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCCA accredited certification, or 4 year degree/1 year Exercise Science certification
• 1+ year experience leading Group Exercise classes
• All trainings within 90 days from date of hire
• Strong communication across fitness levels

Responsibilities

• Teach TRX small group classes (6 max) and opportunity to lead 1:1 training sessions
• Create a positive member experience through welcoming participants and ensuring they are actively engaged in their workout
• Provide a safe workout routine by demonstrating proper form and technique, appropriate modifications, and cueing
• Maintain a clean and safe workout atmosphere by properly setting up and breaking down within the allotted class time
• Build community through forming positive relationships through learning names, and helping members reach their Health & Wellness Goals
• Adhere to the core functions of the YMCA and exemplify Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines
• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members
• Physical ability to lead and participate in exercise/fitness activities
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Fitness knowledge

Emergency response

Education

Certification: NASM/ACE/ISSA/NCCA

4-year degree or Exercise Science cert

Job description

Overview

The Group Exercise TRX Instructor is responsible for building positive relationships among members, participants, volunteers, and staff by actively greeting and providing excellent customer service, guidance, and leadership. The Instructor creates and delivers Group Exercise classes in a safe, effective, and timely manner, appropriate to the level of the participants in class, to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual health.

For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link:Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule

• Tuesday 9amThursday 9amMonday 5:30pmWednesday 5:30pmSaturday 11:30am

Responsibilities

• Teach TRX small group classes (6 max) and opportunity to lead 1:1 training sessions
• Create a positive member experience through welcoming participants and ensuring they are actively engaged in their workout
• Provide a safe workout routine by demonstrating proper form and technique, appropriate modifications, and cueing
• Maintain a clean and safe workout atmosphere by properly setting up and breaking down within the allotted class time

• Build community through forming positive relationships through learning names, and helping members reach their Health & Wellness Goals

• Adhere to the core functions of the YMCA and exemplify Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines
• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members
• Physical ability to lead and participate in exercise/fitness activities
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCCA accredited certification, or 4 year degree/1 year Exercise Science certification

• 1+ year’s experience leading Group Exercise classes preferred

• All job required trainings within 90 days from date of hire

• Strong communication skills and the capability to work with members of all fitness levels and abilities

• Knowledge of fitness principles and practical applications required
• Licensing, state law and our government funders require that staff within YMCA of San Diego County be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and includesubsequentarrest notifications
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within30 daysofhireand must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $22.64 - USD $27.17 /Hr.