Instructors-Grp Exercise - Pilates Instructor

Mystic Valley YMCA; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mystic Valley YMCA in Malden, MA is seeking a group fitness instructor to lead energizing, safe classes and foster community among participants.

The role emphasizes welcoming all skill levels, adapting to abilities, and tracking attendance while following YMCA policies. This position supports the YMCA's mission through health, wellness, and social responsibility.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications required, plus national certification in group fitness or YMCA Foundations.
• Certification in areas of expertise.
• At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, safe group fitness classes as directed by supervisor.
• Answers questions to support participants' goals related to health and wellness.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information.
• Builds authentic relationships with members and connects them with YMCA.
• Observes participants' capabilities and adapts class accordingly.
• Celebrates participant achievements in goals and skills progress.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records and follows policies.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Member engagement

Education

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Job description

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27 days ago Requisition ID: 1102

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.