Group Ex Instructor

7 days ago

Portsmouth, VA, United States YMCA of South Hampton Roads Full time

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Imagine having a job where you inspire healthier lives and stronger connections in your

community every day. At the YMCA, it's more than just work-it's a chance to create

meaningful impact and make a lasting difference where it matters most.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission comes to life through our culture at the YMCA, where we are dedicated to

strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality. We are welcoming, genuine,

hopeful, nurturing, and determined-empowering individuals and building a stronger

community, starting with you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Group Exercise Instructor delivers exceptional member service by leading safe,

engaging, and effective classes that support total fitness development. Instructors foster a

fun and interactive atmosphere, encourage group participation, and actively promote YMCA

programs and special events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide outstanding customer service with a positive, proactive attitude.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of wellness principles and promote a healthy lifestyle through words and actions.
  • Adhere to ACSM and YMCA guidelines for all group exercise classes, including BPM standards and class-specific terminology (e.g., Zumba).
  • Regularly update choreography and music selections to keep classes fresh and dynamic.
  • Positively support YMCA national standards and guidelines in all interactions with members and team members.
Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Must have a current CPR, First Aid and O2 certification, or be certified within 30 days of hire.
  2. Current relevant national Group Exercise certification (YMCA, AFAA, ACE, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Cycle Reebok, etc), or be trained within 30 days of hire.
  3. Candidates must pass group exercise interview and audition.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
  1. Walk, stand, kneel, and stoop.
  2. Maintain continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking.
  3. Must be able to lift, pull and move up to 50 pounds.
  4. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
  5. Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications.


EFFECT ON END RESULT:
  • Help shift the focus from post-care to preventive care by encouraging YMCA members and team members to adopt lasting healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Be an active and supportive part of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads Group Exercise team and the broader association.
  • Create positive experiences that lead to happy and satisfied members, reflected in survey feedback.
  • Support the YMCA's mission by helping members grow in body, mind, and spirit.


BACKGROUND CHECKS:

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet the

minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference

checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check

(CPS). Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol and/or

drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain

the requirements of this position

Salary Description

$15.00

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