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The Schererville YMCA is growing! As we prepare for our upcoming Wellness Floor expansion, we are looking to expand our Wellness (Fitness) team with passionate individuals who want to help our members and community live healthier, more active lives.

Our new state-of-the-art Wellness Floor is expected to be one of the largest YMCA wellness floors in the country, creating exciting opportunities to grow our fitness programs, services, and team.

Whether you're just getting started in the fitness and wellness field or you're an experienced fitness professional, we may have an opportunity for you.

Our Wellness team includes a variety of roles, including:

• Wellness Coach I — Help YMCA members feel welcome, connected, and supported as they work toward their personal health and wellness goals. Wellness Coaches engage with members, provide guidance and encouragement, introduce members to fitness and wellness programs, and help connect them with resources that fit their interests and needs. Entry-level opportunity with no prior experience required. Minimum age: 16.
• Group Exercise Instructor  — Lead safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes for members of all fitness levels and abilities. Instructors create an inclusive environment, modify exercises as needed, build relationships with participants, and encourage members to reach their health and wellness goals. The YMCA provides and pays for required Group Exercise Instructor training(s), making this a great opportunity for individuals interested in becoming a group exercise instructor. Minimum age: 18
• Personal Trainer  — Provide individualized fitness guidance through personal training, lifestyle coaching, goal setting, and equipment orientation. Personal Trainers develop workout plans, build meaningful relationships with members, and help individuals safely progress toward their health and fitness goals. Requires a nationally recognized personal training certification and at least six months of related experience. Minimum age: 18.
• Small Group Trainer — Lead small-group fitness classes using a safe, science-based, and progressive approach to help members improve strength, conditioning, and overall fitness. Trainers build relationships with participants, adapt exercises to individual needs, and support members in reaching their fitness goals. Requires a nationally recognized fitness certification and at least six months of personal training, group exercise, or related experience. Minimum age: 18.
• Performance Coach — Lead youth athletic performance and training sessions designed to help athletes build fitness, develop athletic skills, and reach individual goals. Performance Coaches create age-appropriate training plans, adapt activities to different abilities, and build strong relationships with athletes and their families by communicating progress. Parisi Speed School certification required within the designated time frame. Athletic experience preferred. Evening and weekend availability required.

Why Join Crossroads?

• Be part of an exciting period of growth and expansion
• Work in a state-of-the-art, expanding wellness environment
• Make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community
• Opportunities to work with members of all ages and abilities
• Opportunities for both entry-level and experienced fitness professionals
• Grow your skills and career within the YMCA

Pay varies based on the position, experience, certifications, and qualifications. We have opportunities available at different levels, from entry-level positions to more advanced fitness and training roles.

When you join Crossroads YMCA, you'll enjoy benefits that support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

• Free individual YMCA membership
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Voluntary 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Career growth opportunities

If you're passionate about fitness, wellness, helping others, and building a healthier community, we want to hear from you!

Explore the opportunities available and find the Wellness position that's right for you.