Position Summary:
Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Essential Functions:
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Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
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Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
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Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
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Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
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Keeps accurate class attendance records.
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Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations, reports all incidents to direct supervisor and provides any necessary follow-up.
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Improves the health and well-being of the community the YMCA serves.
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Assists in equipment cleaning and maintenance, informing the coordinator of any breakage or items needing replacement.
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Introduces themselves before each class and welcomes all new participants.
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Addresses questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner.
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Secures any substitute needed for instruction of scheduled class that cannot be taught.
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Attends staff meetings and any other training as assigned.
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Actively participates in the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
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Any other duties assigned.
NOTE: This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
YMCA Competencies (Leader):
Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Innovation: Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Self-Development: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Qualifications:
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Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
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Certification in areas of expertise.
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YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire (available through Leadership University).
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At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.
Physical Demands:
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Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
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Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
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Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
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Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
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Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
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Ability to audition and perform skills necessary to lead others in a group fitness environment.
