Group Fitness Instructor

DeKalb Health; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Flexible schedules

Training opportunities

Job summary

Hudson YMCA is seeking certified Group Fitness Instructors for flexible part-time positions. Instructors lead a variety of classes (strength, cardio, water exercise, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, Les Mills, Yoga, Pilates, Dance, etc.) and enjoy free YMCA membership, flexible schedules, and training opportunities.

The role emphasizes safe, engaging classes and excellent service to members, with opportunities across multiple formats at the Hudson branch.

Qualifications

• CPR, AED, and a national group fitness certification (ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM) or YMCA Foundations certification.
• Certifications in Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Cycle, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, etc.
• Complete YMCA Healthy Lifestyles training within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality group fitness classes as directed by the Program Manager.
• Conduct energizing, safe, and educational classes.
• Maintain knowledge of fitness trends and YMCA programs to provide effective information to members.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Respond to emergencies per YMCA policies and procedures.

Skills

CPR/AED

Group fitness cert

Specializations

Customer service

Group fitness experience

Job description

• Location 2211 Vine Street,Hudson, WI, 54016,United States
• Job Category Health and Fitness
• Employee Type Part-Time 1-19

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Certified Group Fitness Instructors | Hudson 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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Qualifications:

Required

• Certifications: CPR, AED, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification
• Certification 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

5. 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.

6. 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.