To instruct aerobic and/or conditioning classes under the general direction of the Health and Wellness Physical Director/Fitness Coordinator, consistent with the philosophy, policies and purpose of the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver. The Group Exercise Instructor, working as part of the Health and Wellness Team, will deliver professional customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Serve as an instructor for the fitness classes.
2. Exercise Instructors are expected to be 10-15 minutes early for class and stay 10-15 minutes after to arrange equipment, clean up, do appropriate record keeping, read notices, and visit with participants.
3. When unable to instruct a particular class, instructors will find a substitute for that class, and inform the supervisor in writing of the substitution.
4. The Exercise Instructor is responsible for the proper care of any equipment used in class, and reporting the need for repairs to the Health and Wellness Physical Director/Supervisor promptly.
5. Certified as a YMCA Exercise Instructor, you are encouraged to participate in any training workshops that pertain to the field.
6. Exercise Instructor attitudes are to be pleasant, sociable, and enthusiastic when in the YMCA.
7. Exercise instructors must come prepared with appropriate dress and appropriate music.
8. Ensure the safety and enjoyment of all members and guests in our facility.
9. Identify leaders for recruitment of volunteers/staff.
10. Follow and enforce all YMCA procedures and policies, including: personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, facility access procedures and membership policies. Carry out emergency plans as necessary.
11. Maintain a clean and safe YMCA. Take initiative to clean up/repair areas.
12. Attend and remain current on all mandatory trainings and staff meetings.
13. Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign.