Group Exercise Instructor Yoga

Young Mens Christian Association of Northwest Nort; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Mens Christian Association of Northwest Nort (YMCA) seeks qualified yoga instructors to lead group classes focusing on postures, breathing, and meditation to enhance physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Candidates should hold RYT-200 (RYT-500/ERYT-800 preferred) and current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications, plus pass a background check and fingerprinting. YMCA onboarding and risk management training are required.

Qualifications

• A minimum 200-hour Yoga Alliance RYT certification.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Background check and fingerprinting completed.
• 1–10+ years of group instruction experience for advanced levels.
• YMCA onboarding and safety training completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes through yoga postures (asanas), breathing (pranayama), and meditation.
• Ensure safety and risk management during sessions.
• Complete YMCA onboarding and digital platform training.

Skills

Yoga instruction

Group instruction

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

RYT-200 Certification

RYT-500 or ERYT 800 preferred

Tools

CPR

AED

First Aid

Job description

Description

Leads individuals or groups through physical postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama), and relaxation or meditation practices to improve physical, mental, and emotional health.

Requirements

Yoga Certification: A minimum 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher certification (RYT-200) from a Yoga Alliance-approved program. Higher-tier or senior positions may require an RYT-500 or E-RYT 800 certification.

Safety & First Aid: Current certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Background Check: Completion of a standard criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Experience: Varies by level—entry-level or basic classes may accept newer teachers with foundational training, while advanced tiers require 1 to 10+ years of group instruction experience.

YMCA Training: Completion of internal YMCA onboarding, safety, risk management, and digital platform training courses.