Group Fitness Instructor

Greater Peoria Family YMCA; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Group Exercise Instructor to lead engaging classes and foster a positive community environment. In this role, you will inspire members through fun and safe fitness sessions while building meaningful relationships and promoting overall wellness. You will utilize your expertise in group exercise to create an enjoyable experience that encourages member engagement and supports their fitness journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of others while working in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, & AED certification required.
• Experience in teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead energizing and educational group classes.
• Build effective relationships with members and promote wellness.

Skills

Group Exercise Instruction

CPR and First Aid

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Education

Primary Group Exercise Certification

Specialty Group Exercise Certification

Job description

Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

1. Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.

2. Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.

3. Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.

4. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.

5. Keeps accurate class attendance records.

6. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications:

Required minimum certifications:

a. CPR, First Aid, & AED

b. Primary Group Exercise Certification from ACE, NETA, AFAA, or NASM or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification, or a specialty group exercise certification such as, but not limited to Zumba, Yoga Fit, Group Power, Turbo Kick, Pilates, Stability Ball, or Water Aerobics.

c. At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Physical Demands:

1. Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.

2. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.