Group Fitness Instructor - Flexible Schedule & Community Impact

YMCA of The Inland Northwest; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Flexible schedules

Retirement plan

Job summary

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a Part-Time Group Exercise Instructor for the Sandpoint Branch in Sandpoint, ID. You will lead group fitness classes, adapt workouts for diverse members, and contribute to a welcoming, safe environment that reflects YMCA values.

Your duties include planning and teaching classes, tracking attendance, providing feedback, enforcing safety, and helping members progress. This role supports Health & Wellness with flexible scheduling and opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification from AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA or equivalent.
• If only teaching Yoga, must be registered with RYA.
• Six months to one year experience leading group exercise classes preferred.
• Completes YMCA required trainings upon hire.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Strong program implementation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Able to respond professionally in injuries and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and teach group exercise classes with safe, accessible routines.
• Welcome members, track attendance, and motivate participants.
• Observe and assess participants, provide feedback on performance.
• Enforce safety policies for classes and facilities.
• Instruct proper exertion and breathing techniques during classes.
• Demonstrate YMCA values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility).
• Communicate the YMCA mission, objectives, and programs to members.

Skills

Group Fitness Instructor Certification

Yoga registration (RYA)

Experience leading group exercise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Emergency response

Job description

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a Part-Time Group Exercise Instructor for the Sandpoint Branch in Sandpoint, ID. You will lead group fitness classes, adapt workouts for diverse members, and contribute to a welcoming, safe environment that reflects YMCA values.

Your duties include planning and teaching classes, tracking attendance, providing feedback, enforcing safety, and helping members progress. This role supports Health & Wellness with flexible scheduling and opportunities to grow.