Group Exercise Instructor- Water Fitness

YMCA of South Hampton Roads; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Dive into a rewarding career as a Water Fitness Instructor at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads. Lead engaging aquatic workouts, using water buoyancy to provide low-impact, effective exercises for all ages and fitness levels. Access to top-tier facilities and a collaborative team supports your passion for wellness and community impact.

Flexible hours are common, with an emphasis on safety, certification upkeep, and delivering a fun, inclusive fitness experience for members.

Qualifications

• Must have a current CPR, First Aid and O2 certification.
• Current relevant national Group Exercise certification (YMCA, AFAA, ACE, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Cycle Reebok, etc).

Responsibilities

• Lead invigorating aquatic workouts for all ages and fitness levels.
• Utilize water buoyancy to deliver low-impact, effective exercises in a supportive team environment.

Education

CPR, First Aid, O2 certification

National Group Exercise certification (YMCA, AFAA, ACE, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Cycle Reebok, etc)

Job description

Description

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life through our culture. At the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming: we are open to all and create spaces where people can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value people and embrace individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in the potential of people to grow, lead and become catalysts for change.

We are nurturing: we support individuals throughout their journey to reach their full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with our people.

Our culture is not a People & Culture initiative; it is how we lead, serve, develop talent, make decisions and deliver on the YMCA's mission.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Dive into a rewarding career as a Water Fitness Instructor at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads! Join our enthusiastic team and lead invigorating aquatic workouts that make a splash in our community. Utilize the buoyancy of water to deliver low-impact yet highly effective exercises suitable for all ages and fitness levels. With access to top-tier aquatic facilities and a supportive team, you'll have everything you need to create a fun and engaging fitness experience. If you're passionate about wellness, love the water, and want to make a difference.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a current CPR, First Aid and O2 certification
• Current relevant national Group Exercise certification (YMCA, AFAA, ACE, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Cycle Reebok, etc).
• Instructor must pass group exercise interview and audition.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates in an aquatic, fitness, wellness, and community-based environment and regularly interacts with members, participants, team members, leaders, and other stakeholders. The role requires frequent walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, and other physical movement associated with demonstrating and leading water-based group exercise activities. The employee must be able to lift, pull, and move up to 50 pounds and may be required to stand or sit for prolonged periods. The position requires continuous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining awareness of participants and the surrounding aquatic environment. The employee must be physically able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications. Flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends, may be required based on program and organizational needs.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and successful completion and maintenance of applicable position requirements, which may include background screening, driver's license review, CPS screening, drug and/or alcohol testing, or other screenings as required by the position or applicable law.

COMPENSATION:

Wage Range: $12.77 - $14.00 hourly

The wage range provided reflects the YMCA of South Hampton Roads’ good-faith determination of the minimum and maximum starting salary for this position.