Beast Mode Instructor

Beast Mode Instructor

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Beast Mode Instructor is responsible to lead group exercise classes in a safe and effective manner.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, we offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

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.

Responsibilities

• Arrives at the branch YMCA in a timely manner in order to clock or sign in and make necessary preparations to teach the class.
• Begins and ends classes on time.
• Is prepared to teach the assigned class by establishing and announcing the class format and design. All equipment and music is appropriate for the class.
• All classes taught include a warm up, main body, and cool down (warm down-water classes) and stretch.
• Keeps classes fresh by incorporating new music, and exercises or movements patterns to classes.
• Knows YMCA emergency procedures. Knows location of First Aid and AED equipment.
• Reports all incidents/injuries to supervisor or MOD. Fills out an incident report before leaving the building.
• Responsible for leaving the room in a clean and orderly condition, ensuring that all equipment is turned off and returned to appropriate storage areas, and exercise mats and bikes are wiped down.
• Works cooperatively with supervisor and fellow instructors as part of a fitness team and demonstrates a team spirit by substituting for other instructors when available.
• Speaks positively about other instructors to members and is knowledgeable about the group exercise program in order to recommend classes to members based on their abilities and/or interests.
• Acts as an ambassador for the YMCA, connecting members by learning their names.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of current CrossFit Level 1 Certification, USA Weightlifting Certification, or National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
• Must be proficient with CrossFit exercises, have experience with Olympic Lifting and be able to instruct to all ability levels with proper modifications.
• Must hold a current CPR/AED, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention and BBP certification.
• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Marketing and sales ability.
• Computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Ability to perform under stress and reach deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.