Group Fitness Instructor: Inspire Wellness & Community

Greater Austin YMCA; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Austin YMCA is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead beginner-friendly classes, ensure participant safety, and promote wellness goals. The role involves teaching, supervising equipment, and coordinating with staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment across group sessions.

Ideal candidates will have basic fitness experience, relevant certifications, and a strong customer-service mindset. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for success within our YMCA community.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must have beginner level fitness skills with 0–1 year of fitness/teaching experience and audition for Health & Wellness leadership before teaching.
• Nationally recognized certification in specialty areas (e.g., YMCA Group Exercise Certification, Indoor Cycling, Zumba, Les Mills).
• Current First Aid/ CPR Certifications preferred (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).
• Growth mindset; willingness to learn from feedback and improve.
• Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and ability to work with others.
• Strong communication skills, both listening and speaking/writing effectively.
• Customer focus and ability to build relationships and deliver solutions.
• Commitment to inclusion and belonging; value differences as strengths.

Responsibilities

• Protect health, safety, and welfare of all participants and keep fitness area safe.
• Encourage members to learn benefits of exercise and inform about other YMCA programs.
• Answer questions and address fitness-related concerns of members.
• Lead and/or co-teach individual or group classes as designated.
• Arrive 7–10 minutes before class and start on time.
• Submit maintenance requests for repairs of equipment as needed.
• Secure own substitute if unable to attend scheduled shift.
• Assess appropriate level for all participants and set up/put away equipment.
• Follow YMCA Health & Wellness Program objectives and policies.
• Render first aid as needed and complete incident reports for injuries.
• Attend required meetings and trainings.
• Support center goals, embody YMCA mission and values.

Skills

Beginner fitness skills

Communication skills

Team player

Growth mindset

Customer focus

Inclusion & belonging

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Greater Austin YMCA is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead beginner-friendly classes, ensure participant safety, and promote wellness goals. The role involves teaching, supervising equipment, and coordinating with staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment across group sessions.

Ideal candidates will have basic fitness experience, relevant certifications, and a strong customer-service mindset. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for success within our YMCA community.