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City of Inver Grove Heights, MN

Fitness Instructor

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Group Exercise Instructor - Silver Sneakers

YMCA of Greater Dayton

Springboro, OH • On-site

$13.55 - $20.85/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 hours ago

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4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Group Exercise Instructor - Silver Sneakers
Coffman YMCA
Springboro, Ohio
Part-Time/Non-Exempt
$13.55-$20.85/ Hour
Position Summary:
Responsible providing excellent and safe instruction, motivation, and support to YMCA members and program participants in group exercise programs, and for the cleanliness and general upkeep of the group exercise area(s).
At the YMCA, 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: 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 fitness and/or related classes following YMCA standards and guidelines.
  • Communicates and enforces any wellness center rules at participants' comprehension level.
  • Trains participants in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional.
  • Watches and corrects participants when exercising in an unsafe manner.
  • Promotes wellness and other YMCA programs.
  • Arrives 10 to 15 minutes prior to class starting in order to start assigned duties.
  • Sets up and takes down class equipment
  • Begins and ends every class on time.
  • Takes attendance of class each time class is held.
  • Ensures participants are registered appropriately.
  • Educates members and program participants on appropriate and comfortable attire for group exercise classes.
  • Teaches entire session of classes. Finds subs for sickness or vacations. Is willing to help sub for others.
  • Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance.
  • Remains visible to participants when on duty.
  • Increases member and program participant awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required. 18 years of age or older.
  • A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred.
  • Certifications which are helpful include Personal Training and Group Exercise Instructor.
  • Minimum of six months class participation experience or fitness class assistant and a high level of interest in the fitness field.

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