Lead Group Fitness Instructor II – Community Wellness

YMCA Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Level II Group Exercise Instructor who will lead classes, select music, set up and take down equipment, and educate participants about THE COACH APPROACH and fitness topics.

Under Wellness Director supervision, you will maintain CPR/AED, national certifications, and YMCA/ACE/ASCM guidelines, participate in trainings, and ensure safety and high service standards in a family-friendly setting.

Qualifications

• High school or GED degree required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• One or more years of experience in teaching group exercise classes.
• National group exercise certification recognized by YMCA USA is required and must be current to maintain Level II.
• Water instructors must possess a current national water group exercise certification via AEA and maintained to stay at Level II.
• Must obtain/maintain YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification and related courses within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibilities.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding group fitness/wellness programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that group exercise classes run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED and any other required certifications/training.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Secure own music and select appropriate music for a family setting.

Skills

People skills

Customer service

Human-relations skills

Education

High school or GED

CPR/AED certification

Group Exercise Certification

Specialty Certifications

Tools

GroupEx PRO

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Level II Group Exercise Instructor who will lead classes, select music, set up and take down equipment, and educate participants about THE COACH APPROACH and fitness topics.

Under Wellness Director supervision, you will maintain CPR/AED, national certifications, and YMCA/ACE/ASCM guidelines, participate in trainings, and ensure safety and high service standards in a family-friendly setting.