Group Fitness Instructor (for active older adults) at Southern District YMCA- Camp Lincoln Inc

Kingston, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Group Fitness Instruction, Customer Service, Class Modification, Community Building, Wellness Trends, CPR, First Aid, Emergency Response

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description Join us at the YMCA in making a positive impact on the community year round. Our programs are focused on personal growth, leadership development, and community building for all participants. As a Group Fitness Instructor, you will provide instruction and leadership for programs within Exeter Area YMCA, ensuring that program participants receive a quality experience in a safe environment. 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. This part-time Group Fitness Instructor will lead group classes for older active adults in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes all skills and fitness levels. Instructors are responsible for effectively building community within classes and modifying classes as needed to meet varied health, ability and community needs. This is a part time role where just a few hours a week may be all you work. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide exceptional customer service. Integrate the mission of the YMCA and follow the core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility into the healthy living aspect of all classes. Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group fitness classes for older active adults. Maintain working knowledge of industry and wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members. Build effective and authentic relationships with members to assist them in connecting with each other and the YMCA. Promotes programs, classes and services to all members and encourages cross training and fun activity to attain individual health and wellness goals. Help maintain a safe, organized and clean, class area. Must complete all required YMCA trainings (at hire, within 30 days of hire and annual trainings) Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers. Attend required abuse risk management training. Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements. Other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Professional certification and ongoing required training to maintain certification through a nationally recognized organization or equivalent for classes being taught. CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of DOH. Superb customer service skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to physically perform all physical motions of the exercise being led. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to bend, kneel, push, and pull. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate needs. Ability to respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in emergency situations. Requirements Southern District YMCA is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of SDYMCA to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information.

Responsibilities

Lead safe and energizing group fitness classes specifically designed for older active adults. Build authentic relationships with members while promoting YMCA programs and maintaining a clean class environment.