Senior Group Exercise Instructor II

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor – Level II to lead YMCA group fitness classes at the Covington location. The role includes music selection, class setup, and delivering education on The Coach Approach®, with emphasis on safe, inclusive programming for families.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and a national group exercise cert. CPR/AED is required; multiple specialty certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 18 years of age with one year of group exercise teaching experience.
• Land/water instructor certifications as specified by Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• CPR/AED certification must be current and maintained.
• Group Ex certifications must be completed within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct YMCA group exercise classes under Wellness Director guidance.
• Select appropriate music and ensure family-friendly content.
• Log attendance in GroupEx PRO and keep class data updated.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Coordinate substitutes and ensure approvals before teaching.
• Follow Metro Atlanta YMCA risk, safety guidelines, and ACSM guidelines.
• Encourage participant safety and maintain high service levels.

Skills

Teaching group exercise

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ACE/ACSM/AFAA/NETA group ex cert

AEA water group ex cert

YMCA/ACE Group Ex Instructor Cert

CPR/AED certification

The Coach Approach Orientation

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor – Level II to lead YMCA group fitness classes at the Covington location. The role includes music selection, class setup, and delivering education on The Coach Approach®, with emphasis on safe, inclusive programming for families.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and a national group exercise cert. CPR/AED is required; multiple specialty certifications are preferred.