Group Fitness Instructor - Flexible Schedule & Growth

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

Training & continuing education

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking a compassionate Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, inclusive, and energizing fitness classes for members. Evening availability is required, with opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement within the Y community.

As part of our wellness team, you will adapt workouts for diverse abilities and backgrounds, foster member engagement, and maintain a clean, well-equipped studio environment while staying current with fitness trends and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Complete and pass audition with director.
• Able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Able to reflect a positive attitude.
• National Group Exercise Certification (i.e. AFAA, ACE, NCSM), specialized training in a nationally recognized format (i.e. Zumba, Barre, YogaFit, RYT 200 or 500, Piloxing, Pilates, LesMills etc) and/or Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads group fitness classes that are safe, welcoming, and energizing for participants of all fitness levels and backgrounds.
• Adapts class content to meet the varied health, ability, and cultural needs of every member in the room.
• Builds genuine relationships with members — noticing who's new, who's been away, and who might need extra encouragement.
• Stays current on fitness trends and wellness best practices to deliver effective, informed instruction.
• Maintains accurate class attendance records and checks in with the Healthy Living Director on goals and outcomes.
• Keeps group exercise studios clean and equipment properly set up and stored.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA safety policies and procedures.
• Notifies appropriate staff of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents, or injuries immediately.
• Keeps all required certifications current.

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking a compassionate Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, inclusive, and energizing fitness classes for members. Evening availability is required, with opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement within the Y community.

As part of our wellness team, you will adapt workouts for diverse abilities and backgrounds, foster member engagement, and maintain a clean, well-equipped studio environment while staying current with fitness trends and