• Yoga Instructor

    YMCA of the North (Elk River, MN)


    Job Description

    The Elk River is seeking certified Yoga Instructors! Opportunities available in a variety of class formats including yoga, chair yoga, yoga sculpt, senior wellness, and more. Flexible schedule, career development and training opportunity, free Y membership and more! Nationally recognized group exercise, yoga certification and/or current Yoga Alliance Registration (RYT-200 or above) required.

     

    The salary for this position starts at $20.00+ hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.

     

    1. Job Summary:

     

    The Group Fitness Instructor instructs quality group fitness classes, provides excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

     

    2. Essential Functions:

    + Lead quality group fitness classes, as directed by the Program Manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.

    + Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.

    + Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry and YMCA trends to provide effective information and training to members.

    + Keep accurate class attendance records.

    + Be able to respond and follow YMCA policies and procedures in emergency situations.

    3. Relationships:

     

    This position reports to the Program Manager who reports to the Director of Healthy Living. The incumbent works closely with the other PT instructors, supervisor, member services, and building/maintenance staff. The incumbent should address members by name and encourage participation in activities.

     

    4. Qualifications:

    Required

    + Required Certifications: CPR, AED, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification

    + Certification in areas of expertise (Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Cycle, Mat Pilates, Dance, ForeverWell, Silver Sneakers, etc.)

    + Attend and successfully complete within 90 days of hire: YMCA Healthy Lifestyles

    + Demonstrated customer service and communication skills

     

    Preferred

     

    + 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes

    5. Work Conditions:

    + Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness. Must be able to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs at a time.

    + Exposure to music volume ranging from moderate to loud.

    + Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

    6. Additional Notes:

     

    Supervisory titles may change depending on branch.

     

    This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.

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