Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA of the North; Forest Lake (MN); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Forest Lake YMCA is seeking certified Group Fitness Instructors to lead a variety of classes including strength, cardio, water exercise, yoga, Pilates, and more. Flexible schedules, training opportunities, and a free YMCA membership accompany this role.

Instructors deliver safe, engaging classes, ensure member wellness, and maintain attendance records while upholding YMCA policies. CPR/AED and national or YMCA certifications are required, with readiness for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• CPR and AED certifications are required.
• National or YMCA group fitness certification required or within scope.
• Preferred 1 year of experience teaching group fitness.
• Must complete YMCA Healthy Lifestyles training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality group fitness classes as directed to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conduct energizing, safe, and educational classes.
• Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry and YMCA trends to provide effective information and training to members.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Be able to respond and follow YMCA policies and procedures in emergency situations.

Skills

CPR certification

AED certification

Group fitness instruction

Customer service

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness

YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification

Job description

Certified Group Fitness Instructors | Forest Lake YMCA | $16.50 per hour *Nationally recognized Group Fitness Instructor Certification required and CPR/AED

At a Glance

The YMCA is seeking certified Group Fitness Instructors. Opportunities may be available in a variety of class formats including strength and cardio, water exercise, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, MOSSA (such as Group Active, Group Blast, Group Fight, Group Power), Les Mills (such as BodyPump, BodyCombat, BodyStep), Yoga, Pilates, Dance, and more. We offer flexible schedules, career development, training opportunity, free Y membership, and more!

Pay

The salary for this position is $16.50 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.

Job Summary

The Group Fitness Instructor instructs quality group fitness classes, provides excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Lead quality group fitness classes, as directed by the Program Manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry and YMCA trends to provide effective information and training to members.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Be able to respond and follow YMCA policies and procedures in emergency situations.

Relationships

This position reports to the Program Manager who reports to the Director of Healthy Living. The incumbent works closely with the other PT instructors, supervisor, member services, and building or maintenance staff. The incumbent should address members by name and encourage participation in activities.

Qualifications

• Required Certifications: CPR, AED, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification or in areas of expertise (Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Cycle, Mat Pilates, Dance, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, etc.)
• Attend and successfully complete within 90 days of hire: YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Demonstrated customer service and communication skills.
• Preferred 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes.

Work Conditions

Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness. Must be able to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. at a time. Exposure to music volume ranging from moderate to loud. Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

Additional Notes

Supervisory titles may change depending on branch. This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.