Job Title:                   Group Fitness Instructor

Branch:                      DT/Ponds

FLSA Status:             Non-Exempt, Part-Time (hourly)

Reports to:               Wellness Director                           Starting Pay for 1 Cert: $18.03

Revision Date:         September 1, 2023                         Starting Pay for 2 Certs: $19.09  

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The position of Group Fitness Instructor is a part-time position with responsibilities at the Summerville Family YMCA.   Primary duty is, but not limited to conducting fitness classes.

PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:

  • Lead fitness and/or other related classes.
  • Set up and takes down equipment before/after class.
  • Report any equipment problems/malfunctions to Health & Wellness team.
  • Attend staff meetings.
  • Ensure safe and effective workouts.  Report any accidents or injuries to Wellness Director or Executive Director.
  • Ability to set up, move and store class equipment.
  • Communicate effectively between members and Fitness Supervisor.
  • Enforce management policies. I.e. cell phones, clothing, etc.
  • Ensure the members are in a safe environment by continuously scanning the area and making necessary adjustments.
  • Risk Management trained.
  • Respond to participant feedback and requests for information.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by, Wellness Director, Executive Director or CEO.

ABILITY TO:

  • Set an example for the participants by displaying mission for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with members, staff, and others contacted in the course of the work.
  • Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Carrying X               Kneeling X               Pushing X                Sitting X

Climbing X              Lifting X (min 25 lbs) Running X               Stooping X

Crouching X             Pulling X                 Standing X              Walking X

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Nationally Certified Group Fitness Certification ( ACE, AFTA, IFTA, NETA,)
  • CPR/AED Certified (adult and child)
  • Completion of required on-line courses within 2 weeks of employment

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent.