Part-Time Aqua Group Exercise Instructor

BUTLER COUNTY FAMILY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN AS; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Membership to the Y

Discounted Y Programs

Job summary

Butler YMCA in Butler, PA seeks a part-time Group Exercise Instructor to lead aqua classes and other group workouts. The role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and community engagement, with certification and CPR/AED requirements. Benefits include free membership and program discounts.

Schedule includes daytime, evenings, and weekends. Requires high school diploma, 18+ age, YMCA or national group fitness certification, area-specific certification, CPR/First Aid, and YMCA Healthy Living Online

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18 is required.
• YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification or National certification in group fitness instruction (e.g., ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) is required.
• Certification in area of expertise is required.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification is required.
• YMCA Healthy Living Online Certification completion within 60 days of hire is required.
• At least one year of experience teaching group exercise classes is preferred.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds is important.
• Commitment to inclusion and ADA compliance is essential.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments is important.

Responsibilities

• Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes as directed by the supervisor.
• Answer questions from participants to support health and well-being goals.
• Maintain knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information to members.
• Build authentic relationships with members and connect participants with the YMCA.
• Observe and adjust classes to meet varied health, ability, and cultural needs.
• Celebrate participants' achievements in health and skills.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Follow YMCA policies, including safety and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship building

Inclusion & ADA

Diversity engagement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Group fitness certification (ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM)

Certification in area of expertise

CPR/First Aid/AED

YMCA Healthy Living Online Certification (within 60 days)

Job description

Butler YMCA in Butler, PA seeks a part-time Group Exercise Instructor to lead aqua classes and other group workouts. The role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and community engagement, with certification and CPR/AED requirements. Benefits include free membership and program discounts.

Schedule includes daytime, evenings, and weekends. Requires high school diploma, 18+ age, YMCA or national group fitness certification, area-specific certification, CPR/First Aid, and YMCA Healthy Living Online