Pilates Instructor (5190)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is seeking a part-time Pilates Instructor to join the Collins and Katz Family YMCA in Los Angeles, CA. This role delivers safe, engaging group exercise classes, creates a welcoming environment, and supports member wellness and participation.

You will plan sessions across a range of fitness areas, monitor safety, maintain equipment, record class attendance, and contribute to community programs that advance our mission of healthy living for all in LA County.

Qualifications

• Current Pilates Instructor certification required; CPR certification required.
• Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or equivalent ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor.
• Y-ACE equivalency may be required if non-Y certifications lapse or renewals are needed.

Responsibilities

• Instructs Pilates classes in a safe, enjoyable environment to promote member wellness and engagement.
• Plan and lead group exercise sessions across assigned fitness areas; adapt for all abilities.
• Set up, monitor, and report equipment condition; enforce safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Group fitness instruction

Education

Pilates Instructor certification

CPR certification

YMCA Group Exercise certification (ACE/AFAA/ACSM)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Collins and Katz Family YMCA - Los Angeles, CA 90025, Position Type: Part Time (up to 29 hours), Salary Range: $19.00 - $28.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Health & Well-Being, YMCA OF METROPOLITAN LOS ANGELES

The LA Y is the Center for Community Well-Being in Los Angeles, committed to building stronger communities by providing equitable programs and services to empower all. We are focused on fighting food insecurity, providing equity in education, making sure every child has the opportunity to experience the joy of sports, ensuring kids and teens have a safe place to grow, learn and live a healthy lifestyle. Our mission is to provide services and resources that contribute to the well-being of our community. The LA Y operates 29 Centers and over 200 program sites across LA County.

POSITION SUMMARY

Instructs Pilates classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. The Healthy Lifestyles Pilates Instructor is responsible for leading Group Exercise classes teaching the specific skills affiliated with each particular course design, while maintaining the health and safety of each class participant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Delivery

• Create a welcoming environment by greeting members by name with a smile and eye contact.
• Plan and lead exercise sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas, such as aerobics, stretching/flexibility, yoga, circuit training, general fitness, weight training, and/or specialty training by implementing effective teaching methods, giving equal attention to all participants.
• Responsible for administering professional and effective program-specific skills according to course description.
• Address members who are not performing exercises correctly by demonstrating proper form and techniques.

Member Engagement

• Responsible for building small communities by facilitating connections with and between members.
• Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance to support members in their healthy living goals.
• Encourage member involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Respond promptly and courteously to all member inquiries/needs.

Administration & Compliance

• Set up and monitor class equipment, ensuring equipment remains in working condition. Report all equipment repair needs to supervisor immediately.
• Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate.
• Distribute handouts and/or class evaluations, if appropriate, and answer questions from participants after each session.
• Record number of participants per class for every class taught.
• Complete additional projects and reports as required.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Advancing Our Mission & Cause

Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

Competencies Include: Change Leadership, Engaging Community, Philanthropy, & Volunteerism

Building Relationships

Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs

Competencies Include: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, & Inclusion

Leading Operations

Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community

Competencies Include: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation, & Program/Project Management

Developing & Inspiring Others

Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

Competencies Include: Emotional Maturity & Developing Self & Others

• Engaging Community
• Inclusion
• Functional Expertise
• Developing Self & Others

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATIONS

• Current Pilates Instructor certification required; CPR; Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise or equivalent ACE, AFAA, or ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
• As current non-Y certifications lapse and/or require renewal/recertification via CEC’s through a 3rd party vendor (whether ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, Pilates, or other) staff may keep those certifications current at their own expense.
• If staff choose not to keep their non-Y certifications current, as a condition of employment to continue to work for the Y, staff will be required to complete the Y-ACE certifications.
• Y-ACE has an equivalency certification provision. Anyone holding an equivalent certification from another recognized entity can apply for an equivalency.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for fitness and wellness, and the ability to create an inclusive and motivating class environment.

RELATED EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience teaching Pilates or group fitness classes preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.