Group Fitness Coach — Early-Morning Classes

YMCA of Greenville; Simpsonville (SC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate pay access

Free Y membership

Program discounts

Personal training discount

Retirement contribution

403b plan

Job summary

The YMCA of Greenville is seeking a Part-time Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe and effective group fitness classes at our Simpsonville branch. The role requires availability to teach an early 5:15 AM class and to deliver warm-ups, workouts, and cool-downs while ensuring participant safety and equipment readiness.

You will work with a supportive fitness team, maintain current certifications, and help promote healthy living through engaging instruction and excellent member service.

Qualifications

• Current certification from ACE/AFAA/ACSM/NETA to teach group exercise.
• CPR/AED, First Aid, and BBP certifications required.
• Knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology and physiology is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and email; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Arrives early to clock in and prep the class.
• Begins and ends classes on time with warm-up, main workout and cool-down.
• Selects appropriate music and formats; ensures equipment is ready.
• Keeps classes fresh by updating movements and routines.
• Maintains clean space and sanitizes equipment after use.
• Collaborates with team; substitutes for others as needed.
• Represents the YMCA positively and engages with members.

Skills

Customer service

Anatomy knowledge

Kinesiology knowledge

Time management

Marketing & sales

Health & fitness promotion

Education

Group Exercise certification (ACE/AFAA/ACSM/NETA)

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

BBP certification

Child Abuse Prevention training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The YMCA of Greenville is seeking a Part-time Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe and effective group fitness classes at our Simpsonville branch. The role requires availability to teach an early 5:15 AM class and to deliver warm-ups, workouts, and cool-downs while ensuring participant safety and equipment readiness.

You will work with a supportive fitness team, maintain current certifications, and help promote healthy living through engaging instruction and excellent member service.