Water Exercise Instructor - Spring Valley

YMCA of San Diego; Spring Valley (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego County is seeking a Water Exercise Instructor to deliver group aquatic fitness classes that improve strength, mobility and cardio endurance. You will engage members, ensure safety, and provide high-quality instruction in a welcoming environment.

Role requires national-standard water-exercise certifications and CPR/First Aid. The position emphasizes punctuality, professional conduct, and adherence to YMCA guidelines, with duties including attendance tracking and incident

Qualifications

• Certification as AEA Water Exercise or equivalent water-exercise specialty.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (adult and child) within 30 days of hire.
• Fingerprints check per policy and related trainings within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, effective water exercise classes with clear cues and age-appropriate modifications.
• Greet participants and create an inclusive, welcoming environment.
• Monitor safety, correct techniques, and maintain a clean, hazard-free pool area.
• Deliver structured workouts with punctual, professional conduct as YMCA representative.
• Set up and break down class equipment within allotted time.
• Foster community and support members in achieving wellness goals.
• Adhere to YMCA guidelines and complete attendance/incident reporting as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Work with diverse fitness levels

Knowledge of fitness principles

Education

AEA Water Exercise certification

NCCA-accredited Group Exercise or Personal Training with water specialty

CPR/AED and First Aid (ADULT & CHILD/INFANT)

Job description

Overview

The Water Exercise Instructor delivers high-quality, group aquatic fitness classes designed to improve member strength, mobility, and cardiovascular endurance. By providing safe, inclusive, and well-structured instruction, the Water Exercise Instructor ensures a positive experience for participants of all fitness levels. This role fosters a supportive community through active member engagement, excellent customer service, and a commitment to the YMCA’s mission of healthy living.

For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link:Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule

• Location: McGrath Family YMCA

Responsibilities

• Leads safe and effective water exercise classes by demonstrating proper form and technique using clear verbal and visual cues; ensures appropriate music is played at a volume compliant with facility standards

• Creates a welcoming environment by greeting participants, learning names, and providing appropriate modifications to meet diverse fitness levels
• Ensures participant safety by monitoring and correcting techniques and maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free pool deck and workout area
• Effectively utilizes scheduled class time to deliver a well-structured and engaging workout experience; maintains a high level of punctuality, reliability, and professional conduct as a representative of the YMCA
• Properly sets up and breakdowns class equipment within the allotted timeframe
• Fosters a sense of community by developing positive relationships and supporting members in reaching their Health & Wellness goals
• Strictly adheres to Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines and organizational policies
• Complete all required administrative tasks, including attendance tracking and incident reporting, as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) Water Exercise certification OR,
• Current NCCA-accredited certification in Group Exercise or Personal Training WITH a water exercise specialty certification (e.g, S’Wet, Water in Motion, Aqua Zumba, La Blast Splash, FiTOUR Aqua, ACE: WaterFit S.W.E.A.T.)
• 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
• Licensing, state law and our government funders require that staff within YMCA of San Diego County be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and includesubsequentarrest notifications
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within30 daysofhireand must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $22.64 - USD $27.17 /Hr.