Group Fitness Instructor - Part-Time Wellness

YMC; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Discount

Y Membership

Childcare Discount

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

EAP

SNOO Rental

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes within the Wellness department at the Farmington Valley location in Granby, CT. You’ll greet members by name, promote fitness and the YMCA values, and support program quality guidelines.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, attending trainings, and maintaining a professional presence. Prior group fitness certification and CPR are required; at least one year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain current CPR certifications and Association Pre-Practicum approved.
• National certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
• Certification in areas of expertise.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts group exercise classes according to the YMCA of Greater Hartford Program Quality Guidelines, as well as the specific class format.
• Expand his/her knowledge by seeking out and attending at least one YMCA training or other approved training in the health and fitness industry.
• Supervise class participants and activities to ensure safety and report any irregularities to supervisor immediately.
• Distribute handouts, announcements and evaluations to participants as assigned by supervisor.
• Acknowledge new members by addressing their concerns, informing and educating them on YMCA's programs.
• Maintain active interest in and knowledge of current branch programs and shares information with members and community.
• Be a professional representative of the YMCA.
• Be able to work as a team member, assisting fellow staff when necessary.
• Make yourself available to all members regardless of age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, or fitness level. Share your knowledge and be a resource for sound health and fitness information.
• Take responsibility to keep studio/exercise classroom and equipment neat and clean. Report any equipment issues to Wellness staff and/or coordinator.
• Be familiar with emergency procedures. Responds promptly and appropriately.
• Maintain good attendance. Give supervisor at least two week notice of schedule changes.
• Assume total responsibility for obtaining qualified substitutes when needed and inform supervisor.
• Allow at least ten minutes to prepare for class and allow for at least five minutes after class to be available for members.
• Arrive for assigned class well-groomed and in proper uniform.
• Attendance at staff meetings is mandatory.
• Products or services that are not a part of the YMCA program(s) shall not be promoted or endorsed by an employee to any member or guest whether the employee is "on the clock" or not.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes within the Wellness department at the Farmington Valley location in Granby, CT. You’ll greet members by name, promote fitness and the YMCA values, and support program quality guidelines.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, attending trainings, and maintaining a professional presence. Prior group fitness certification and CPR are required; at least one year of experience is preferred.