Group Exercise Instructor I
On-siteNorcross, Georgia, United States
Norcross, Georgia, United StatesOn-sitePart TimeLarge
Part TimeLarge
Job Summary
Conduct daily group exercise classes on land and water, managing music selection, setup, and class member education regarding the COACH APPROACH®. Monitor and evaluate class operations to ensure smooth delivery with high service levels while maintaining CPR/AED and wellness certifications. Secure your own substitute instructor for absences, log attendance via GroupEx PRO, and adhere to branch emergency procedures and risk guidelines. Partner with the wellness cabinet, attend required training, and promote healthy living initiatives across the community.
Required Qualifications
- High school or GED degree
- At least 18 years of age
- Land instructors must obtain YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification (or equivalency) and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta within 60 days of hire date
- If teaching group strength and/or conditioning classes, the YMCA Strength and Conditioning Instructor Certification is also required
- Water instructors must obtain all YMCA/AEA online certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA/Y-Metro Atlanta, including the Y-Metro Atlanta Water Fitness Specialty Course (Prerequisite: YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Certification) or the AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional (AFP) Certification, within 60 days of hire date
- Must obtain/maintain full access to Y-Link (link.ymca.net) and to the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account
- Must maintain certifications by uploading continuing education credits via Y-Link (link.ymca.net) prior to date of expiration
- Must possess current CPR/AED certification and renew it every two years prior to date of expiration
- Must obtain and maintain Specialty Certifications (e.g., Y-Metro Atlanta Pilates, Group Cycling, Active Older Adult) or outside certifications approved by Metro Atlanta Y (e.g., TRX, Barre, Zumba, Pound) prior to teaching the designated format
- Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired
- Must be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues including but not limited to aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and THE COACH APPROACH®
- Must obtain THE COACH APPROACH® Orientation within 30 days of hire date
- Must possess a high degree of human-relations skills, must be able to facilitate class interaction and socialization, and should be considered a team player by members, co-workers, and management staff
- Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities
- Possess ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to solve problems
- Possess effective time-management skills
- Possess strong customer-service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality
- Pass a criminal background and drug-screening check
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship
Desired Qualifications
- May have less than one year of experience in teaching group exercise classes or one or more years of group exercise participation
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