Group Fitness Instructor - Land & Water; Free Y Membership

YMCA of Greater Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y Membership

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor to lead group fitness sessions for adults, in land and water settings. Instructors will design engaging routines, maintain safe practices, and help grow participation while supporting member retention and the Y’s mission.

Responsibilities include conducting at least two classes weekly, recording attendance, and collaborating with leadership to ensure high-quality programming and community outreach.

Qualifications

• All mandatory YMCA of Greater Charlotte trainings must be completed by the required date.
• Proof of current ACE Group Exercise Certification or AEA Water Fitness Certification (or equivalent) or Specialty Trademarked Certification.
• 10 years (1000 hours) or more of teaching experience.
• Passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Reliable, self-motivated and self-starter.
• Outgoing personality with a natural ability to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to promote programs and services.
• Enthusiastic and supportive attitude.
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor and genuinely committed to providing quality service.
• Willing to work flexible work hours based on center's need.
• Must be technologically proficient and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare class routines that meet all the necessary components and safety guidelines in accordance with current accepted practices of exercise physiology.
• Allow for pre/post class member engagement to build member relations.
• Record class attendance and maintain a minimum of 80% target attendance with continual growth.
• Responsible for teaching a minimum of 2 classes per week (8/month) including but not limited to at least one sub per month and appropriately securing a substitute instructor when needed.
• Responsible to start and end class on time.
• Maintain equipment and keep group exercise area clean.
• Participate in Community Outreach campaign initiatives.
• Awareness of all branch emergency procedures.
• Must attend staff meetings.
• Participation in continuing education training specific to individual goals and branch objectives.
• Supports the mission, vision and direction of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

ACE Group Exercise Certification or AEA Water Fitness Certification

10 years (1000 hours) teaching experience

Job description

YMCA of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor to lead group fitness sessions for adults, in land and water settings. Instructors will design engaging routines, maintain safe practices, and help grow participation while supporting member retention and the Y’s mission.

Responsibilities include conducting at least two classes weekly, recording attendance, and collaborating with leadership to ensure high-quality programming and community outreach.