Group Fitness Instructor

Ymca Of South Alabama; Saraland (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Ymca Of South Alabama is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor for the North Mobile Family YMCA in Saraland, AL. This part-time position entails leading engaging group fitness classes that support the YMCA’s mission of promoting healthy living.

Qualified candidates will hold a current group exercise certification and CPR/AED certification. Responsibilities include ensuring safety during classes, demonstrating techniques, and fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Current group exercise certification from a nationally recognized organization or YMCA-approved equivalent.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and core values.

Responsibilities

• Lead group exercise classes in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Demonstrate proper technique and offer modifications for all fitness levels.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment.
• Ensure participant safety and follow YMCA policies and procedures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Current group exercise certification

Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: North Mobile Family YMCA - Saraland, AL 36571
FLSA Status: Nonexempt, Part-Time

Position Summary

The Group Exercise Instructor leads safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes that support the YMCA’s mission and promote healthy living for all.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead group exercise classes in accordance with YMCA standards
• Demonstrate proper technique and offer modifications for all fitness levels
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment
• Ensure participant safety and follow YMCA policies and procedures
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled classes
• Report incidents, injuries, or equipment issues to the supervisor

Child Abuse Prevention Language

• Employees and volunteers who directly supervise consumers will:
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise consumers will:
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
• Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker‑rooms and bathrooms), etc.
• Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high‑risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Current group exercise certification from a nationally recognized organization or YMCA-approved equivalent
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and core values

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lead and demonstrate exercises for up to 60 minutes
• Ability to lift and move fitness equipment

Work Environment

Indoor fitness studios and/or gym spaces.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA of South Alabama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.