Water Exercise Instructor - McKinney

Aquatic Exercise Association; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free workout classes

Complimentary Y membership

Paid professional development opportunities

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Water Exercise Instructor! You will engage the community by leading workout classes, ensuring safety, and fostering relationships while promoting health and wellness. Enjoy benefits like free workouts and professional development opportunities. Certifications in fitness required for this fulfilling role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Preferred 1 year experience leading group exercise classes.
• Must complete job required training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive member experience and maintain safe workout routines.
• Build community through forming relationships and helping members reach health goals.
• Adhere to YMCA guidelines and ensure a clean workout atmosphere.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of fitness principles

Ability to respond to critical situations

Education

AEA, ASFA, Aqua Zumba certification

CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Job description

Health isn’t just an option for you - it’s a way of life!

Are you passionate about teaching Water Exercise Classes?

Are you ready to share your expertise with your community?

Grow your career at our Y location below!

Why should I apply?

• Free workout classes
• Free pool access
• Work with your friends - text them the link to this page now!
• Build your resume
• Opportunities for growth
• Community involvement
• Complimentary Y membership
• Paid professional development opportunities

Sound good? (We think so, too!) Here’s what you would do:

• Create a positive member experience by welcoming and engaging participants
• Provide a safe workout routine by demonstrating proper form and technique and appropriate modifications
• Maintain a clean and safe workout atmosphere
• Build community through forming positive relationships, learning members’ names, and helping members reach their health & wellness goals
• Adhere to the core functions of the YMCA and exemplify Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines

OK, I’m sold! What do I need to qualify?

• Minimum of 18 years of age or older
• AEA, ASFA, Aqua Zumba, or Branded (AEA preferred) certification required or willing to become certified
• Minimum 1 year experience leading group exercise classes preferred
• All job required trainings within 90 days from date of hire
• Strong communication skills and the capability to work with members of all fitness levels and abilities
• Knowledge of fitness principles and practical applications required
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
• Physical ability to lead and participate in exercise/fitness activities
• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:

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