Group Fitness InstructorIII

YMCA of Superior California; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The YMCA of Superior California is hiring a Part-time Group Fitness Instructor for their Oroville location. The role involves instructing fitness classes that promote wellness and member engagement while ensuring a safe and positive environment.

This position requires current CPR/AED/First Aid certification and experience in group fitness instruction. The hourly pay ranges from $19.00 to $27.00, with benefits including a flexible schedule and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required.
• Experience teaching in a group fitness class setting.
• Ability to teach multiple group fitness class formats preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct group fitness classes for all ages and abilities.
• Provide excellent service in a safe, enjoyable environment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and fitness trends.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field (Kinesiology, Dance, Health Science, etc.)

Certification by a Nationally Accredited Certifying Agency

Job description

Position Summary

Instructs group fitness classes. Teaching strength, balance, and mobility for all ages and abilities.

Provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Responsible for providing safe, effective programming for members in group fitness classes.

Essential Functions

• Leads group fitness classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes
• Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA community
• Maintains working knowledge of up-to-date health, fitness, and wellness industry standards and trends to provide effective information and support to members
• Reports regular, accurate, up-to-date class attendance records
• Follows YMCA and Health & Wellness Department policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations as needed
• Communicates effectively and in a professional manner with team members and staff; actively responds to Health & Wellness Department communications in a timely manner
• Performs various duties for Health & Wellness Department as requested by Health & Wellness Director

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (must have a hands‑on, live component)
• Current Group Fitness Instructor and/or Personal Trainer Certification by a Nationally Accredited Certifying Agency (i.e. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE, NESTA); or current Specialty Instructor Certification (i.e. Cycling, Yoga Alliance, Pilates, Zumba, Tai Chi); or Bachelor’s degree in related field (i.e. Kinesiology, Dance, Health Science, Child Development, Public Administration – Non‑Profit Organization)
• Experience teaching in a group fitness class setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach 2+ different group fitness class formats
• Experience working in a health club and/or community center environment
• Experience working with a variety of exercise populations (Senior population a plus)
• Availability to sub Group Fitness Schedule classes for Health & Wellness staff

Job Details

Job Type: Part‑time

Salary: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan