JOB TITLE: Group Exercise Instructor

REPORTS TO: Healthy Living Director

FLSA TYPE: Non-Exempt

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Arrive to class 5 minutes prior to scheduled start time to prepare participants for class.
• Instruct group exercise classes and/or related classes.
• Stay 5 minutes after scheduled end time to answer questions and build community.
• All YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City Group Exercise Instructors will be paid for the listed scheduled class time, plus 10 minutes of additional required time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Physically and mentally fit in order to demonstrate all levels of aerobic, toning and/or yoga/pilates exercises while being alert to recognize potential hazards and accidents and administer CPRPR/AED/O2 and First Aid effectively.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle complaining or demanding individuals without internalizing or personalizing such comments.
• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Ability to demonstrate the skills specific to the class and have knowledge of muscle groups and body mechanics.
• Attend staff meetings as designated by your supervisor. 
• Maintain current certifications.
• Record class attendance on designated form.
• Enforce safety standards, procedures and guidelines according to branch procedures.
• Secure a substitute instructor when unable to teach scheduled class, remind substitute at least 24 hours in advance, and notify supervisor of change.
• Assist with the Y special events when needed. 
• Maintain appropriate class records on Paycom.
• Maintain accurate incident/accident reports.
• Positively support the Y and its mission.
• Provide adequate notice to supervisor when vacating scheduled class.
• Demonstrate and teach these attributes of personal character: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Maintain a good rapport with fitness program participants to respond to their needs and to represent the Y.
• Encourage member involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Educate participants on proper form, contraindicated exercises and modifications of moves.
• Increase participant’s awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Report equipment in need of repair.
• Develop positive relationships with members and provide motivational support and guidance.   
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

Increase membership retention and increase membership numbers, increase volunteer involvement in the Y through special events, increase volunteer base for the Annual Campaign, increase awareness in wellness and strength in the community and introduce and encourage participation in other Y activities.

• Must be certified in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid. (Training provided by the Y, if needed)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months or 60 hours of practical experience of group exercise class experience.
• Must be able to lift in excess of ten pounds.
• Certification in group exercise instruction from a recognized organization (e.g., ACE, AFAA, NASM).
• Strong knowledge of exercise techniques and principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals in a group setting.
• Experience in leading group fitness classes preferred.