Group Fitness Instructor- J A Walters Family YMCA

Job Description

Job Description

Georgia Mountains YMCA

Job Title : Group Exercise Instructor Job Grade : 12

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Reports to : Group Exercise Coordinator or Wellness Director Revision Date : 03 / 20 / 2017

Position Summary :

Instructs 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.

Essential Functions :

• Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• 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.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations, reports all incidents to direct supervisor and provides any necessary follow-up.
• Improves the health and well-being of the community the YMCA serves.
• Assists in equipment cleaning and maintenance, informing the coordinator of any breakage or items needing replacement.
• Introduces themselves before each class and welcomes all new participants.
• Addresses questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner.
• Secures any substitute needed for instruction of scheduled class that cannot be taught.
• Attends staff meetings and any other training as assigned.
• Actively participates in the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
• Any other duties assigned.

NOTE : This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader) :

Values : Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.

Relationships : Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Innovation : Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Self-Development : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Qualifications :

Physical Demands :