Aqua Fitness Trainer - Chandler/ Gilbert YMCA

Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of youth. At the YMCA we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working within our 15 branches.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN AQUA TRAINER:

• Lead high quality group fitness classes, as directed by the program manager, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Create a welcoming and engaging group fitness experience with a focus on safety, quality, and member engagement.
• Teach effective, safe and enjoyable exercise classes using proper explanations on exercise form, progressions, cueing techniques and incorporation of music (if applicable).
• Demonstrate the Y’s core values and attributes in all interactions with staff, members and guests.
• Track class attendance using the Y’s designated processes and systems.
• Develop positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Encourage member involvement in the Y and identifies potential volunteers and donors.
• Conduct class announcements as designated by branch staff.
• Operate all equipment properly and promptly report any problems to branch staff.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and exercise class space to ensure cleanliness.
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Obtain a substitute instructor when needed.

• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE AN AQUA TRAINER:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Required Certifications: current state approved First Aid and CPR/AED, current, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in-group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.
• Current “specialty class” certifications as required: such as AEA, AFAA, AFPA, ASFA, MOSSA, Silver Sneakers, Zumba, Mat Pilates, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to teach group exercise in a proficient manner. Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques.
• Ability to motivate others in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence.
• Possesses mature judgment and sound decision-making.
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills.
• Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
• Must have solid fitness industry knowledge.
• Choreographs songs and routines.
• Provides instruction in Aqua Aerobics or Aqua Zumba.

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Staff Membership
• Discounted Family Membership
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
• Employee Assistant Program
• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.