Group Fitness Instructor - Free Style and Choreo | East Triangle YMCA

YMCA; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of the Triangle is seeking a Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor to lead evening and morning group classes under the Healthy Living program. The role focuses on safe, enjoyable classes that promote member wellness and engagement, while maintaining attendance records and upholding YMCA policies.

Certifications in CPR/BLS and First Aid are required, with a national group fitness certificate preferred. Schedule includes 6:30-7:15 pm and 8:30-9:30 am shifts.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support/First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications to be completed upon hire.
• National certification in group fitness instruction (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM).
• Certification in areas of expertise. At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead energizing, safe group fitness classes as directed by supervisor.
• Answer member questions to support wellness goals and provide information on trends.
• Build relationships with members and connect them to the YMCA.
• Maintain accurate class attendance records.

Skills

Member engagement

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Basic Life Support/First Aid

Emergency Oxygen

Group fitness cert (ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM)

Job description

• Base Pay $22.00 / Hour
• Job Category Healthy Living
• Employee Type Part-Time Non-Exempt

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Healthy Living Director, the Group Fitness Instructor leads group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes memb er wellness and engagement.

They are responsible for managing these functions in accordance with the stated mission, goals, and policies established by the administrative staff, governing committees, and Board of Directors of the YMCA.

Job Schedule (Time): 6:30-7:15 pm, 8:30-9:30 am

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required certifications: Basic Life Support/First Aid and Emergency Oxygen to be completed upon hire, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction.
• Certification in areas of expertise.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the es sential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires corrected vision, speech, and hearing to normal range, or have special accommodations made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, as well as stand, walk, kneel, stoop, bend, and climb.
• Ability to conduct classes and activities.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.