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Group Exercise InstructorHolyoke YMCA • Holyoke, MA, US
Group Exercise Instructor

Group Exercise Instructor

Holyoke YMCA • Holyoke, MA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION SUMMARY :

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Group exercise instructors will instruct group classes, providing excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

OUR CULTURE :

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine : we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing and we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
  • Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
  • Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
  • Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
  • Keeps accurate class attendance records.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
  • Ensures proper opening and closing of program space for each class.
  • Accident / incident form completion with 24 hours of incident. Supervisor should be informed the same day as incident.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

  • Communication & Influence : Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
  • Inclusion : Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
  • Critical Thinking & Decision Making : Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
  • Functional Expertise : Executes superior technical skills for the role.
  • Innovation : Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community.
  • Program / Project Management : Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
  • Developing Self & Others : Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
  • Emotional Maturity : Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

    • Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Availability to teach early morning, evening, or weekends per week for those interested in teaching higher intensity and specialty classes (Yoga, Pilates)
  • Weekday morning / early afternoon required for those interested in teaching older adult classes
  • 1+ year of group exercise experience preferred
  • Possess certification / training from ACE, AFAA, NASM, or SCW Fitness or certification in area of expertise
  • Good human relation skills and willingness to serve members
  • CPR / First Aid Certification
  • YMCA Leader Certification within 6 months
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
  • Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
  • The YMCA does not provide fitness apparel. Instructors should wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the class they are teaching.
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