Pilates Reformer Instructor (Small Group)

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking an energetic fitness instructor to plan and lead personalized classes at our Chicago center. You will design safe, effective programs and monitor member progress.

You will build rapport with members, respond to questions, and promote all YMCA programs while supporting center operations.

Maintain current certifications, attend trainings, and ensure every workout is safe, inclusive, and inviting for diverse members.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current certifications.
• Experience in fitness instruction is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs fitness classes with a personalized approach following YMCA standards.
• Designs and implements safe, effective, and enjoyable fitness programs for each member.
• Observes progress, builds rapport with members, and answers questions related to fitness.
• Keeps accurate records of attendance and progress.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment; reports problems.
• Promotes YMCA programs and motivates long-term member participation.
• Ensures safe workouts; reports accidents and equipment issues.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings; maintains current certifications.
• Supports YMCA mission and center operations as needed.

Skills

Fitness instruction

Program design

Client progress

Job description

• Plans and instructs fitness classes with a personalized approach following YMCA standards and guidelines.
• Designs and implements safe, effective and enjoyable fitness programs that will meet the unique needs and wants of each member.
• Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops rapport with members and responds to questions related

Scope Of Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs fitness classes with a personalized approach following YMCA standards and guidelines.
• Designs and implements safe, effective and enjoyable fitness programs that will meet the unique needs and wants of each member.
• Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops rapport with members and responds to questions related

to fitness.

• Keeps accurate records of members' attendance and progress.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.
• Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates members to commit to long-term participation.
• Ensures safe and effective workouts. Responds to, and reports, accidents, incidents, and equipment problems.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Maintains current certifications.
• Supports the YMCA's mission and center operations as needed.