Group Exercise Instructor-Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA
YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne
Location
Bluffton, Indiana
Salary
$12 - $15 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Group Fitness Instructor leads exercise classes to help participants achieve their wellness goals while fostering a supportive community environment. Responsibilities include motivating class members, building authentic relationships, and tracking wellness progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and at least one year of teaching experience. A valid fitness certification from an approved organization such as ACE, AFAA, or YMCA is required.
Job description
Foster Connections and Empower Others to Live Heather Lives!
As a part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in your community, promoting fitness, well-being, and personal growth. If you're driven by a love for fitness, health, and helping others achieve their best selves, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Why you’ll love the YMCA
As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership or 50% off family membership and 50% discounted programs for you and your household.
Other perks our Y employees enjoy
- Personal
- Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career.
- Childcare: While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular child watch hours; also, enjoy 50% discounted before and after school care and summer day camp options.
- Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!
Responsibilities
- The Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA seeks an enthusiastic individual to join our team to work part-time as a Group Fitness Instructor. Under the wellness director's supervision, the Fitness Instructor leads classes connecting participants to one another and their wellness goals.
- Motivate: Encourage class participants to continue moving and exercising.
- Connect: Build effective, authentic relationships with members and help to connect them with each other.
- Transform: Inspire participants by measuring wellness growth and encouraging continued activity.
Requirements
- Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:
- Minimum of 18 years of age, with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least one year of teaching experience and be certified by an approved organization.
- Valid certifications include YMCA, ACE, AFAA, NDEITA, YOGAFIT, or Cooper Institute. Must be able to maintain certifications and other training requirements for the position as outlined.
- Ability to demonstrate efficiency in group exercise instruction.
- Must be able to interact with members and guests; excellent human relations skills.
- Positive, service-oriented attitude serving diverse groups in regard to age, abilities, ethnicity, gender, race, economic status, religion, etc.
Salary
Part-time $12.44-$14.50 hourly
Hours Available: Varies
Location
Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA, 550 W. Dustman Road, Bluffton, IN 46714
Benefits
- Childcare
- Free individual membership
- 50% off family membership
- 50% discounted programs
- Free training and certifications
- 50% discounted before and after school care
- 50% discounted summer day camp
