Group Fitness Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Traverse City, United States YMCA Full time

An active, healthy work environment that allows you to put your wellness passion and your professional goals into your dream career.

Job Description

The Group Fitness Coordinator will provide a premiere member experience, value, services and retention programs by coordinating and implementing all group and aqua fitness programs for the organization. The Group Fitness Coordinator is accountable for the operational oversight of group fitness and aqua fitness including but not limited to the supervision of instructors, class development and schedule coordinating. This position will work with the Senior Director of Health & Wellness and Central Operations to ensure effectiveness of program offerings and needs of the Organization.

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience in group fitness leadership is preferred
  • Nationally recognized certification in group fitness instruction (e.g., ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM)
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to relate well to the public
  • Ability to build a robust team with diverse responsibilities
  • Exceptional customer service and delivery skills
Essential Functions
  • Create, coordinate and oversee all group land and aqua fitness programs and schedules that reflect the needs of the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA community
  • Support the hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation process for group fitness instructors
  • Instruct high quality group classes in land and water
  • Work with group and aqua fitness instructors to ensure adequate class coverage and communication; instructing when needed
  • Ensure group fitness equipment is audited for safety and programmatic needs
  • Keep accurate class attendance records
  • Keep accurate instructor certification and reporting
  • Cultivate relationships with members to drive member retention
  • Ensure the YMCAs high standards of quality, safety and program impact are implemented
  • Maintain working knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective programs and support to members
  • Act as a leader in the wellness departments for the organization
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other persons point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Required Certifications
  • Nationally recognized certification in group fitness instruction (e.g., ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM)
  • Current certification in CPR and AED; complete trainings in Child Abuse Prevention and Blood Borne Pathogens


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