Group Exercise Instructor

Description

Job Details

Job Location - Simi Valley Family YMCA - Simi Valley, CA

Position Type - Part-Time

Health isn't just an option for you- it's a way of life!

Are you passionate about teaching Group Yoga Classes?

Are you ready to share your expertise with your community?

Y would I apply?

• •FREE Gym Membership
• •FREE Workout Classes
• •FREE Pool Access
• •Work with Your Friends - Text them the link to this page now!
• •Build Your Resume
• •Opportunities for Growth
• •Community Involvement

Sounds Good? (We think so, too!) Here's what you would do:

• •Educates members on safe techniques and guidelines.
• •Greets and encourages all members and orients new participants. Be available before and after class to answer participants' questions.
• •Ensure proper set up and prepared to instruct class.
• •Starts and finishes class on time as scheduled.
• •Instructs class to the ability level of the students participating.
• •Monitors participants through perceived rate of exertion (i.e. faint, dizziness, chest pain, loss of color, etc.)
• •Executes the Emergency Procedures.
• •Works with participants to achieve fitness goals.
• •Be aware of regular members and welcome them back if they have been away.
• •If a regular member stops coming without explanation, notify your supervisor to discuss the best way to follow up with the member.
• •Stores all equipment neatly and appropriately.
• •Documents equipment problems to supervisor.
• •Attends instructor trainings and supervisor's meetings.
• •Acts as an ambassador for the YMCA through professional dress, attitude, communication and behavior. Promote the YMCA in a public forum.
• •Performs other job-related duties as requested and necessary.

"Ok, I'm sold!" What do I need to qualify?

• •Has a Current Certification
• •CPR, AED and First Aid Certification must be kept current throughout employment.
• •Ability to deal with a diverse group of individuals.
• •Ability to communicate with people of all ages.
• •Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
• •Ability to effectively demonstrate all skills being taught to participants.
• •Possess the ability to follow directions.
• •Maintains a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors Y staff and members.
• •All required online training must be completed prior to hire.
• •Criminal record clearance.