Tai Chi Instructor - Beverly YMCA

YMCA of the North Shore; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Program discounts

Paid training and professional dev.

Growth opportunities across YMCA sites

12% employer-funded retirement plan

Sick time accrual

Supportive, mission-driven team

Job summary

YMCA of the North Shore in Beverly, MA is seeking a Tai Chi Instructor to lead safe, engaging classes for a diverse membership. You will guide form, breathing techniques, and mindful movement, while offering modifications and maintaining a calm, encouraging environment to support ongoing participation.

Applicants should have experience teaching Tai Chi or similar mind-body formats, strong movement knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Tai Chi or similar mind-body formats.
• Strong understanding of movement, balance, and wellness principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to connect with and support a diverse population.
• Passion for helping others improve their physical and mental well-being.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging Tai Chi classes for a diverse membership base.
• Teach proper form, breathing techniques, and mindful movement.
• Provide modifications to support all ability levels.
• Create a calm, inclusive, and motivating class environment.
• Build relationships that support member engagement and retention.

Skills

Tai Chi instruction

Movement & balance

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Are you looking for a flexible fitness role where you can build your own schedule and make a meaningful impact? Do you enjoy guiding others through movement and mindfulness while supporting their overall well-being? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!Tai Chi is a gentle yet powerful practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, blending flowing movement, breathwork, and meditation. It supports improved balance, strength, and mental clarity—making it an incredibly valuable offering for our community.As a Tai Chi Instructor, you’ll lead engaging classes that help members feel stronger, more centered, and connected. You’ll create a welcoming, supportive environment while guiding participants through proper technique, offering modifications, and encouraging continued participation. What You’ll DoLead safe, engaging Tai Chi classes for a diverse membership baseTeach proper form, breathing techniques, and mindful movementProvide modifications to support all ability levelsCreate a calm, inclusive, and motivating class environmentBuild relationships that support member engagement and retention What We’re Looking ForExperience teaching Tai Chi or similar mind-body formatsStrong understanding of movement, balance, and wellness principlesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to connect with and support a diverse populationPassion for helping others improve their physical and mental well-being Why Work at the Y? Free YMCA membership + program discounts Paid training and professional development Opportunities for growth across YMCA locations 12% employer-funded retirement plan (once vested, no match required) Sick time accrual Supportive, mission-driven team environment Share the power of movement and mindfulness—help our members feel their best inside and out. Apply today!TCF - Tai Chi certificationMust be 18 years or olderRequired certifications:CPRFirst AidAEDCertification in areas of expertise.YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification required within 60 days of hire.WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to conduct classes and activities.Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including: Leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and LiftingThe YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.