YMCA of Greater Boston

Community health, child care, youth programs

Group Exercise Instructor - Bodypump

Fitness & Sports InstructionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBoston, MA, USA$30 - $40 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Les Mills BODYPUMP certification is required.
Twenty-five hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor, or equivalent experience through a six-week instructor training course with shadowing, is required.
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations is required.
Ability to set up, move, and store class equipment is required.
High school education or equivalent is preferred.
Current state-approved first aid certification is preferred, to be completed within 30 days of employment or at the first available training.
Current state-approved CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification is preferred, to be completed within 30 days of employment or at the first available training.
Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations, including differences in language, culture, race, physical ability, and sexual orientation, is preferred.
Ability to speak a language in addition to English may be helpful.
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles and Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise training, or previous YMCA or outside certification, is preferred; training is to be completed within 90 days of employment or at the first available training.
Listen First Level I and II training is preferred; training is to be completed within 90 days of employment or at the first available training.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively may be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan and instruct wellness, fitness, and related classes in accordance with Association standards and guidelines; observe and discuss individual progress with participants.
Develop positive relationships with participants and facilitate relationships among participants and members; provide motivational support and guidance.
Increase participants’ awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
Encourage involvement and identify potential volunteers.
Set up and take down class equipment, and report equipment problems.
Attend required staff meetings and approved trainings.
Ensure safe and effective workouts; respond to and report accidents and incidents.
Maintain related records accurately.

Desired Qualifications

Work branch operational hours that may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

*This is an on-site position

Instructs Les Mills BODYPUMP Instructor exercise classes for YMCA members. Instructors must be Les Mills certified.

Hiring Range: $30-$40 per hour

Qualifications

Les Mills BODYPUMP certification.
High school education or equivalent preferred.
Twenty-five hours of practical experience as fitness class instructor, or equivalent (6-week instructor training course-shadowing experience).
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
Ability to set up, move and store class equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current state approved first aid certification. *
Current state approved CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.*

Knowledge of, and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles, Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise** or previous YMCA or outside certification.
Listen First Level I* and II** training.

* Within 30 days of employment or at first available training.

** Within 90 days of employment or at first available training.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Expected Hours of Work: Branch operational hours that may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.

You'll be a great fit for this YMCA if you

Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
Are very adaptable.
Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
Truly enjoy being of service to people.
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Our Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA Core Values

Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

Responsibilities

Plans for and instructs wellness/fitness and/or related classes following Association standards and guidelines. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants.
Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationships among participants and members. Provides motivational support and guidance.
Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
Encourages involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.
Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
Ensures safe and effective workouts. Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents.
Accurately maintains related records.

About the Company

YMCA of Greater Boston

Community health, child care, youth programs

The YMCA of Greater Boston runs a network of facilities and program sites that provide health and wellness programming, child care, summer camps, youth sports, teen leadership programs, workforce development, and community outreach in Massachusetts. Its programs work by offering membership-accessible activities and schedules across locations, enabling families and individuals to participate in fitness, child care, camps, sports leagues, leadership trainings, and job readiness services through on-site programs and community partnerships. The organization differentiates itself by being the largest social services provider in Massachusetts with a broad, integrated set of services focused on wellness, youth development, education, and employment in a community-based, nonprofit model. Its goal is to strengthen communities by improving health, developing young people, and expanding economic opportunity through accessible programs and support services.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $40K
Headquarters: Boston, MA
Founded: 1851

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