Fitness Instructor

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced fitness professional to lead group exercise classes at the YMCA of Greater Seattle. As a Group Exercise Instructor, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging and effective fitness classes to our members.

• Plan and instruct group exercise classes following YMCA standards and guidelines
• Observe and discuss individual progress with participants
• Develop positive relationships with participants and facilitate relationships among participants and members
• Provide motivational support and guidance
• Encourage involvement and identify potential volunteers
• Set up and take down class equipment, reporting any issues
• Attend staff meetings and approved trainings as required
• Ensure safe and effective workouts, responding to and reporting accidents and incidents
• Maintain accurate records

• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Twenty-five hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor, or equivalent
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Ability to set up, move, and store class equipment

• Current state-approved first aid certification
• Current state-approved CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful
• YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles, Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise, or previous YMCA or outside certification
• Listen First Level I and II training

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.