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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Group Fitness Instructor will impact and engage YMCA and community members in the areas of youth development and social responsibility, with a particular focus on healthy living. This will be accomplished through instructing high-quality, innovative group exercise classes in a safe, effective, and inviting atmosphere in-person and virtually through our Y Fit LIVE streaming. Must possess the technical knowledge and skills required to perform the job.

In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Lead and instruct high-quality group exercise classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA's mission and goals
2. Lead group fitness classes on the company's proprietary corporate live streaming website
3. Ability to engage and connect with clients through a camera lens
4. Develop and prepare routines and provide appropriate music for classes
5. Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes
6. Check attendance daily, maintain accurate class attendance records, and report to Program Director
7. Engage in active listening and model relationship-building skills in all interactions with members, volunteers, guests, and staff members to build relationships and communicate our cause
8. Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner
9. Reflect and uphold the mission and core values of the YMCA when dealing with YMCA group exercise participants, parents, and community members
10. Follow and enforce YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations
11. Must be highly motivated, professional, and have an enthusiastic attitude
12. Assist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer service
13. Assist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCA
14. Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participants
15. Willingly perform other duties as assigned

This organization haszero tolerancefor abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. This organization takes every allegation of abuse or misconduct seriously and will fully cooperate with the authorities to investigate all cases of alleged abuse or misconduct. Employees and volunteers shall cooperate with any external investigation by outside authorities or internal investigation conducted by the organization or persons given investigative authority by the organization. An employee or volunteer's failure to cooperate with an investigation will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or dismissal from the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness for a minimum of 45 minutes.
2. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
3. Required certifications: YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, current national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, IFTA) in group fitness instruction, or any other approved nationally recognized certifying body of Group Exercise certifications.
4. Certification in micro areas of expertise (Yoga, Pilates, Cycling, TRX, Zumba, etc.).
5. YMCA New Employee Orientation and CBT Training within 60 days of hire.
6. At least one year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.
7. Continuing educations/renewals of certifications kept up to date and submitted to the supervisor on or before certifications expire.
8. CPR and First Aid required within 30 days of employment.
9. Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.