TRX Group Exercise Instructor at YMCA of Western North Carolina

Asheville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Group Exercise Instruction, Safety Awareness, Relationship Building, Fitness Knowledge, Class Management, Equipment Maintenance, Emergency Response, Community Engagement

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: South Asheville Reuter Family YMCA - Asheville, NC 28803 Position Type: Part-time Hourly Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.00 Hourly Job Shift: Nights Job Category: Wellness Now Hiring For Evening Shifts. ABOUT US The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, we engage more than 100,000 people – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. We do this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state’s largest provider of licensed school-age childcare, we give more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are made up of people of all ages, from all backgrounds, working side by side to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and they guide everything we do. We are committed to being an organization that exposes and addresses social constraints that limit and/or negatively affect all humans from all walks of life. We recruit staff who are passionate about giving back to the community, helping people, and upholding our core values. For more information, please visit ymcawnc.org. ABOUT THE ROLE As the Group Exercise Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional service to all members, guests, and program participants. You will be responsible for completing the performance of implemented wellness strategies; this includes delivering thoughtful, engaging, safe, effective, and enjoyable Group Exercise classes to YMCA members and guests. We are looking for a TRX instructor to work Tuesday/Thursday evenings. Please only apply if you have that availability. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Teaches and leads group exercise classes in a way that supports the recruitment of new members and retention of existing members to meet association goals. Maintains group fitness equipment, rooms, and storage areas. Demonstrates and promotes knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e., warm-up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, etc. Provides a safe and fun environment for participants. Promotes and encourages class participation to grow class attendance numbers by providing a high-quality experience for members. Develops committed relationships: shares knowledge of programs, events, and resources with members throughout the facility and community when representing the YMCA of WNC. Covers all shifts or finds coverage if a conflict arises and completes all necessary documentation, including attendance numbers for each class. Ensures proper implementation of YMCA policies and procedures. Maintains and earns all necessary certifications and Continuing Education Credits (CEC's or CEU's). Assist leadership with special wellness events as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. ABOUT YOU Qualifications Must maintain current certifications in the following: An accredited Group Exercise Certification Any required certification for a specific branded class or modality. CPR AED O2 First Aid Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to establish relationships with staff and members within the community of the YMCA. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, and lifting. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. PART-TIME BENEFITS Free individual membership to all YMCA of WNC locations Discounted membership for household members Discounted program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more) Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional) and begin eligibility for YMCA retirement plan Professional development opportunities through local and Y-USA trainings The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging and safe group exercise classes while promoting member participation. They also maintain fitness equipment and ensure compliance with YMCA policies.