Active Older Adult Group Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

At the Kettle Moraine YMCA, we know that fitness has no age limit!

Our Active Older Adults Group Fitness Program is designed to keep our members moving, laughing, and living their best, healthiest lives. We’re looking for a compassionate, energetic Group Fitness Instructor who loves working with older adults and can bring enthusiasm, safety, and connection to every class.

As an Active Older Adults Group Instructor, you’ll guide members through fun, low-impact workouts that build strength, flexibility, balance, and confidence. More than just exercise, your classes will be a place where friendships form, smiles are shared, and everyone feels valued and capable; no matter their fitness level.

Classes include :

• Freestyle classes
• Strength
• Cardio
• Dance
• Yoga / Balance / Stretching

POSITION SUMMARY :

Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader) :

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 person’s 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.

QUALIFICATIONS :

CERTIFICATIONS :

1. Bloodborne Pathogens / Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

The Y : We’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility