Requirements:
Cycling instructor certification is required.
Must have experience taking group exercise classes and be familiar with basic anatomy and physiology. Experience teaching is preferred. A high school diploma is required
YMCA certifications to include: (within 6 months of hire) YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise,

Description:
The Group Exercise Instructor will offer quality customer service to our members by teaching safe and functionally challenging classes that promote total fitness development. The instructor will promote other YMCA programs and help to promote our special events. A FUN atmosphere should be created and group interaction should be encouraged.

The Group Exercise Instructor should:
•Possess knowledge of wellness concepts and promote a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle through action and words.
•Teach safe and functionally challenging classes
•Adhere to the class style and class format as listed on the Group Fitness calendar.

YMCA’s are collectively the largest provider and promoter of health and fitness programs, active in more than 10,000 communities across the country. In order to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities, our YMCA is committed to offering high-quality health and fitness programs. The mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. This is accomplished in part through physical health education; group exercise and fitness evaluations, all under the instruction and supervision of certified trained staff.