Water Aerobics Instructor - Part-Time with YMCA Perks

YMC; Maryville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund of 12% per pay period

20% Discount on tuition at Missouri MO

Free individual membership to YMCA

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA in Maryville, IL seeks a part-time fitness instructor to lead aerobics and wellness classes. You will guide participants through safe exercise, explain pulse rate targets, and ensure proper equipment setup and cleanliness of the wellness area.

Requirements include being 18 or older, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1+ year experience as a class participant, leader, instructor, or similar role. The YMCA emphasizes safety and inclusivity in its programs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years experience as a class participant, leader, instructor, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education: takes courses to expand knowledge base and practical skill.
• Attends all required meetings as directed by their supervisor.
• Screens students carefully for risk factors, and any health problem or medical limitation that would prevent them from participating.
• Gives pre-class instructions; explains goals of aerobics, how to take a pulse and determine target heart rate range.
• Is competent at demonstrating safe and effective exercise technique. Can modify exercises for those with low-back discomfort or musculoskeletal problems, as well as pregnant, de-conditioned or overweight individuals.
• Assess levels of fitness and directs students to appropriate classes, beginning through advance.
• Is conscientious of how the environment is affecting the class; ensures everyone is wearing appropriate footwear and permeable clothing. Is aware of ventilation and temperature. Insists on safe flooring for impact aerobics, Plays music at a level that motivates but doesn’t over power cues
• Maintains visual contact, monitors each individual’s level of fatigue and looks for signs of overexertion.
• Guides students skillfully through transitions with easily understood cues.
• Encourages students to progress when appropriate; applies principles of overload and rest.
• Set up equipment and stores it securely after class and maintains the cleanliness of the wellness area.
• Responsible for securing own subs if instructor cannot attend scheduled class times.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fitness instruction

Class leadership

Instructor experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Gateway Region YMCA in Maryville, IL seeks a part-time fitness instructor to lead aerobics and wellness classes. You will guide participants through safe exercise, explain pulse rate targets, and ensure proper equipment setup and cleanliness of the wellness area.

Requirements include being 18 or older, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1+ year experience as a class participant, leader, instructor, or similar role. The YMCA emphasizes safety and inclusivity in its programs.