Group Exercise Instructor

Job Description
How you Will Power our Purpose (Job Summary)
As a Group Exercise Instructor at the Greater Austin YMCA, you will be a dynamic force in transforming lives through fitness and community connection. Your role goes beyond leading fitness classes; you'll inspire, motivate, and create a vibrant fitness experience that empowers members to achieve their wellness goals. By fostering an inclusive environment, you will contribute to the Greater Austin YMCA's mission of building a healthier and more connected community. Join us in making a lasting impact on the well-being of individuals and families in the Greater Austin area.
How You Will Make an Impact (Essential Functions)

• Protect the health, safety, and welfare of all participants by keeping the fitness area safe (i.e., racking weights, floors clear, and fitness equipment clean and sanitized, etc.).
• Encourage members to learn and understand the benefits of exercise and weight training andprovideinformation about other available programs offered through the YMCA.
• Be available to answer questions and addressfitness-relatedconcerns of members.
• Lead and/or co-teach individual or group classes asdesignatedby the supervisor.
• Arrive 7-10 minutes before class starts and be prepared to start class on time.
• Submit proper maintenance requests as needed for repairs and maintenance of fitness equipment.
• Secureownsubstitute if unable to attend scheduled shift.
• Be responsible forjudging theappropriate levelfor all participants.
• Set up and put away equipment as needed.
• Understand and carry out YMCA Health Wellness Programobjectives.
• Know, understand,follow,and enforce all rules and policies of the YMCA equally.
• Know and follow the YMCA of Austin'sPeopleGuidelines, Code of Ethics, payroll procedures (including completing timesheets), and established emergency procedures.
• Render first aid as needed and complete incident/accident report form for every injury/altercation on the premises.
• Attendall required meetings and/ortrainings.
• Actively and enthusiastically support theCenterand Association goals and directions through effective completion of tasks and verbal display to peers, staff,members,and guests.
• Lead by example the Y's mission, vision, and values with program participants, members,staff,and guests.
• Become an Ambassador of the Y's work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Community Enterprise

• Mustbe a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High schooldiploma, GED or equivalent
• Previous experience as a group fitness instructor is preferred.
• Must have, as applicable, nationally recognized certification in a specialty area(s) (i.e., Group Exercise Certification, Indoor Cycling, Zumba, Les Mills, etc.)
• Current First Aid/ CPR Certifications preferred (must be obtained within30 daysof employment.)
• You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve.
• Youare a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude, and you can work well with others.
• You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
• You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Youleveragepeople's differences as strengths.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
About Us
The Greater Austin YMCA is a nonprofit community enterprise with a vision to cultivate thriving communities across Central Texas where every person benefits from an empowered and well-educated childhood, equitable access to opportunities, resulting in an elevated quality of life and the promise of a sustainable future. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y has served close to 500,000 people and provided more than $30M in financial assistance and program subsidies over the past 10 years. We operate 8 community centers and Camp Moody along with 6 early childhood education centers, 60 afterschool programs on school campuses in four districts, and 20 summer camps, with 1500 staff team members, 1000 volunteers, and a $47M annual operating budget.
Additional Information:
The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We Take Care of Our People

• Free Nationwide Gym Membership for your household
• Retirement Planning Options
• Learning and development workshops and trainings
• Career advancement opportunities
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Cell Phone Plan discounts for AT T and T-Mobile/Sprint users
• Staff Discounts on Programs Services
• Flexible schedules and much more!