TITLE:                   Group Exercise Instructor                       JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Non-exempt

REPORTS TO:         Program Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY:

The Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for presenting a positive and competent image of the Old Colony Y through quality and engaging fitness programs designed to retain and recruit membership. Well prepared, relevant, safe and effective programming will be taught in a professional manner, resulting in friendly, convenient and courteous service.  The Group Exercise Instructor will be responsible for the creation and implementation of high level fitness routines that combine cutting edge trends with well established basic choreography to ensure a safe, healthy and constructive environment for all participants.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Program/Department Responsibilities:

• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Nationally recognized Group Exercise certifications
• Compile program records including: headcounts, evaluations, and accident/incident reports when necessary
• Assist with special promotional activities (distribution of “Spotted” cards to aid in ongoing instructor recruitment, Distribution of “bring a friend”/guest passes, open house, demonstrations, health and wellness fairs and verbal class announcements)
• Be prepared to teach new routines at the start of each quarterly/seasonal schedule
• Ensure that a safe, healthy and well organized environment exists for exercise
• Arrive to teach class in advance of the scheduled time to greet participants, answer questions and address concerns
• Dress in athletic attire, appropriate for teaching fitness classes, including a shirt that covers the midsection and shorts that are no shorter than mid-thigh
• Arrive well-prepared, music cued and routine thought out
• Learn the names of participants who attend your classes and work to engage them and connect them to one another, and to all aspects of the Y that may interest them
• Share educational information with your class participants within your scope of knowledge
• Teach classes with energy and enthusiasm
• Motivate class participants to the best of your ability
• Welcome new participants and help them to feel comfortable and connected
• Keep up-to-date on safety and fitness trends
• Find a substitute instructor if unable to teach, and record it appropriately
• Exceed member expectations by “going the extra mile”
• Handle member complaints and concerns quickly and effectively
• Behave as a role model for all seeking ideal health and wellness
• Enforce group exercise rules pertaining to age, footwear, lateness, etc.
• Communicate with class participants as appropriate through use of roster messages within our MotionVibe software
• Note member birthdays and new members through your class rosters on MotionVibe
• Note transformational/Inspiring Stories from your class participants and share them with your branch team to help communicate the Y’s Community Impact

1. Supervisory responsibility:

• None

1. Fiscal Responsibility:

• Maintain important class data to ensure targets are met (i.e. Cost Per Head)
• Maintain accurate attendance records within the same day as your instructed class
• Ensure participants are registered properly within our member app, and consistently encourage them to do so to avoid missing important updates and information
• Ensure members are fully paid when applicable
• Enter your timecard data through ADP regularly and on-time

1. Facility/Housekeeping Responsibility:

• Maintain a safe, clean and organized class environment
• Inspect program equipment weekly and report (to supervisor, in writing) any/all repairs or replacements that may be needed

1. Inter-Divisional/Community/Volunteer Responsibility:

• Participate in inter-divisional job assignments as requested (i.e. Quarterly Instructor Recruitment Events, Launch Parties, etc.)
• Contribute to a positive work environment by illustrating pride in the Y and your role, enthusiasm and cooperation with co-workers
• Participate in Old Colony Y Annual Campaign

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES – LEADER

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.  Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.  Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.  Supports fundraising. 

• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.  Builds rapport and relates well to others.  Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.  Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.  Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.  Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.  Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings.  Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.  Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.  Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.  Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Minimum):

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Current CPR, First Aid and Nationally recognized Group Fitness certifications
• Must regularly take continuing education courses in your area of practice to maintain certification or at least annually
• Must be in excellent physical condition and possess the ability to lift at least 45 pounds using proper technique
• Must be able to think independently and develop/deliver class routines
• Must be able to keep confidences and practice discernment
• Must be flexible to meet requirements of the position including possible evening, weekend and holiday hours
• Must be alert and aware of signs of exercise-induced distress
• Must have adequate vision to review documents; hearing adequate to interact with the public