Impactful Group Fitness Instructor | Flexible Schedule

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Parkville (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, energizing classes that welcome participants of all backgrounds and fitness levels. You will help members take daily steps toward healthier lives within a supportive community.

Responsibilities include adapting content for diverse abilities, building member relationships, staying current on fitness trends, and maintaining studio cleanliness and safety protocols. Flexible scheduling is available.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Complete and pass audition with director.
• Able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Able to reflect a positive attitude.
• National Group Exercise Certification (i.e. AFAA, ACE, NCSM), specialized training in a nationally recognized format (i.e. Zumba, Barre, YogaFit, RYT 200 or 500, Piloxing, Pilates, Powder Blue formats, LesMills etc) and/or Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads group fitness classes that are safe, welcoming, and energizing for participants of all fitness levels and backgrounds.
• Adapts class content to meet the varied health, ability, and cultural needs of every member in the room.
• Builds genuine relationships with members — noticing who's new, who's been away, and who might need extra encouragement.
• Stays current on fitness trends and wellness best practices to deliver effective, informed instruction.
• Maintains accurate class attendance records and checks in with the Healthy Living Director on goals and outcomes.
• Keeps group exercise studios clean and equipment properly set up and stored.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA safety policies and procedures.
• Notifies appropriate staff of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents, or injuries immediately.
• Keeps all required certifications current.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Audition

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Group Exercise Certification

Education

National Group Exercise Certification (AFAA, ACE, NCSM)

Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead safe, energizing classes that welcome participants of all backgrounds and fitness levels. You will help members take daily steps toward healthier lives within a supportive community.

Responsibilities include adapting content for diverse abilities, building member relationships, staying current on fitness trends, and maintaining studio cleanliness and safety protocols. Flexible scheduling is available.