Les Mills Instructor

YMCA of the Roses; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to fitness centers and aqu

Discounts on programs

Free Child Watch

Job summary

YMCA of the Roses in Lancaster, PA is seeking a part-time Les Mills Instructor to lead high-energy, safe fitness classes at the Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA. You’ll deliver engaging workouts that build strength, cardio, and confidence in participants of all levels.

Responsibilities include teaching well-structured classes, offering scalable options, cueing clearly, and maintaining equipment and attendance. Certification in CPR/First Aid and Les Mills or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• CPR PRO/AED/First Aid certification required.
• Les Mills Instructor or equivalent group exercise certification required.
• 1–2 years of group fitness instruction experience required.
• Strong communication and community-building skills; awareness of wellness trends.

Responsibilities

• Coach a thrilling, well-structured class that’s effective, educational, and fun.
• Offer smart exercise options and progressions for all fitness levels.
• Build connection and momentum with participants through clear cueing and encouragement.
• Set up, secure, and maintain equipment; report safety concerns promptly.
• Start/end on time and keep accurate attendance records.
• Cover occasional weekday/evening/weekend substitute classes as needed.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Les Mills Certification

Group fitness instruction

Communication

Community-building

Wellness-trend awareness

Job description

Lead the Beat

Bring the energy as a part-time Les Mills Instructor at the Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA (800 Village Road, Lancaster, PA). This role exists to deliver a safe, high-impact group fitness experience that builds strength, cardio capacity, and confidence—every single class.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach a thrilling, well-structured class that’s effective, educational, and fun
• Offer smart exercise options and progressions for all fitness levels
• Build connection and momentum with participants through clear cueing and encouragement
• Set up, secure, and maintain equipment; report safety concerns promptly
• Start/end on time and keep accurate attendance records
• Cover occasional weekday/evening/weekend substitute classes as needed

Required Qualifications

• CPR PRO/AED/First Aid certification
• Les Mills Instructor (or equivalent group exercise) certification
• 1–2 years of group fitness instruction experience
• Strong communication, community-building, and current wellness-trend awareness

Pay: $12–$14/hour.

Benefits include

• FREE access to fitness centers and pools at all YMCA of the Roses locations
• Program and lesson discounts
• FREE Child Watch (up to 3 hours per day while working, when available)

Your Monday Momentum

You arrive a little early, music and lights setting the tone, and the room starts to buzz as familiar faces filter in. Quick hellos turn into a surge of anticipation—this hour is their reset. After class, there’s that satisfying cool-down hush, a few high-fives, and short chats about next week’s goals. You wrap up, tidy the space, and head out knowing you helped launch someone’s week with real momentum.

Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.