Group Fitness Drumming Instructor - Free Membership

Valparaiso YMCA; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Discounted family membership

Child Watch hours available free of ch

Job summary

Valparaiso YMCA is seeking a part-time Group Exercise Instructor for Fitness Drumming to lead engaging, safe, and educational group classes. You will welcome participants of all fitness levels and adapt sessions to meet varied health, ability, and cultural needs, building a strong sense of community within each class.

Ideal candidates have CPR/AED and a nationally recognized group fitness certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise, with at least one year of

Qualifications

• CPR, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification within 90 days of hire (dance instructors only CPR/AED)
• Certification in formats taught (or appropriate experience for dance instructors)
• Internal training completed within 45 days of hire
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe, and educational group classes as directed to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Supports participants in achieving health and well-being goals.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds authentic relationships with members and helps connect them with YMCA programs.
• Observes participants’ capabilities and adjusts approach for varied health and culture.
• Follows YMCA policies; responds to emergencies and obtains required training.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Communication

Job description

Valparaiso YMCA is seeking a part-time Group Exercise Instructor for Fitness Drumming to lead engaging, safe, and educational group classes. You will welcome participants of all fitness levels and adapt sessions to meet varied health, ability, and cultural needs, building a strong sense of community within each class.

Ideal candidates have CPR/AED and a nationally recognized group fitness certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise, with at least one year of