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Group Exercise Instructor

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Jamestown Area YMCA

Jamestown, NY (In Person)

$35,360 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

YMCA Job Description Job Title:
Group Exercise Instructor Leadership Level:
Leader Job Type:
Part-Time Pay Range:
$16.00 - $18.00
FLSA Status:
on-
Exempt Schedule:
Varied Reports to:
Wellness Director Primary Function:
Wellness
POSITION SUMMARY
Instruct group classes. Provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction, Tivity Health, OR YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification (within 90 days of hire).
  • Certification and/or experience in areas of expertise.
  • You must stay current with the above certifications.
The YMCA will reimburse you half of the cost for your pre-requisite and initial online training courses for the YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification. After that, you are reimbursed up to $50 every year for continuing education after the continuing education is approved by the director. Unused training funds do not carry over.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Specific Functions
  • Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
  • Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
  • Keep accurate class attendance records.
  • Attends periodic group exercise staff meetings. General Functions
  • Assists with functions and events as needed
  • Attends required meetings, conferences or training as deemed necessary
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
  • Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
  • Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Required for essential duties; reasonable accommodations will be considered under the Americans with Disabilities Act; this list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary.
  • Ability to perform physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, climbing ladders, and working in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.
  • Flexibility to respond to facility emergencies during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Travel required between YMCA facilities.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
  • Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
  • Shows a desire to serve others and meet community needs.
  • Collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perspectives.
  • Builds rapport and connects well with others.
  • Makes sound judgments and applies insights from one situation to another.
  • Engages in self-development to enhance job performance.
  • Displays openness to change and seeks opportunities within the change process.
  • Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.
Pay:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Free fitness classes Gym membership Paid sick time
Work Location:
In person