Instructors-Grp Exercise - Pilates

Mystic Valley Young Mens Christian Assoc; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Mystic Valley Young Men's Christian Association in Malden, MA is seeking a part-time group fitness instructor to lead energizing, safe classes for all skill levels. You will answer participant questions, stay current on wellness trends, and foster community within the YMCA.

You will build relationships with members, adapt to varied abilities and cultures, celebrate achievements, and maintain attendance records while adhering to YMCA procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, AED required; national/group fitness certs accepted.
• Certification in group fitness instruction from ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM or YMCA Foundations.
• Minimum one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes as directed, ensuring safety and engagement.
• Answer questions and support participants in health and well-being goals.
• Maintain knowledge of wellness trends to guide members effectively.
• Build authentic relationships and connect participants with the YMCA.
• Adjust approach for varied abilities, health, and cultural needs.
• Celebrate participant achievements and progress in health and skill mastery.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Follow YMCA policies and respond to emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Communication with participants

Safety awareness

Education

CPR

First Aid

AED

Group Fitness Certification (ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM) or YMCA Foundations

Job description

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Part Time Malden, MA, US

Salary Range: $26.00 To $32.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
• Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, 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.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to conduct classes and activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.