Group Ex Instructor

FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE WITH A JOB AT THE Y! Now Hiring at the Carls Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs Flexible Scheduling Family-friendly Work Environment Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan General Function The Group Ex Instructor will be responsible for instructing group training classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Elite Group Exercise is a group-training program that delivers the best in fitness workouts – Strength training, Stability training, and Balance training. Education/Experience/Training/Certifications Required certifications: Area of Expertise, CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACSM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, NASM, NESTA, NETA, NPTI, NSCA) in personal training 1 year of experience teaching group wellness classes is preferred, not required Proven knowledge of exercise science, movement coaching, and movement competency Completion of YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire Job Duties & Responsibilities Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed, to accomplish YMCA's mission and goals Asks and answers questions within their scope of knowledge from participants and members Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants’ capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture Performs other assigned duties as directed by the Supervisor Abilities & Skills Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).