Group Fitness Instructor - Chris-Town YMCA

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The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation’s health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Required Certifications: current state approved First Aid and CPR/AED, current, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in-group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.
• Current “specialty class” certifications as required: such as MOSSA, Silver Sneakers, Zumba, Mat Pilates, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to teach group exercise in a proficient manner. Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR:

• Lead high quality group fitness classes, as directed by the program manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Create a welcoming and engaging group fitness experience with a focus on safety, quality, and member engagement.
• Teach effective, safe, and enjoyable exercise classes using proper explanations on exercise form, progressions, cueing techniques and incorporation of music (if applicable).
• Demonstrate the Y’s core values and attributes in all interactions with staff, members, and guests.
• Track class attendance using the Y’s designated processes and systems.
• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.