Group Exercise Coordinator

Position Title:                        Group Exercise Coordinator

Reports To:                            Senior Program Director

FLSA Classification:               Hourly

Status:                                   Part-Time

Date Updated:                       01/26/2025

Under the supervision of the Sr. Program Director or designated supervisor the Group Exercise Coordinator will assist in all aspects of the Group Exercise programs including hiring and supervision of Group Exercise Instructors, and scheduling Group Exercise classes to meet the needs and demands of the membership. This position will be responsible for leading and coaching the wellness team in the delivery of group ex. programming in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all. This position’s time is split between instructing and administrative work.

Essential Functions:

• Support the mission, vision, and goals of the ECYMCA and Wellness Department.
• Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Assist in supervising, training, and scheduling of group exercise staff.
• Oversee the implementation of the daily operations of the Group Exercise program including schedules, sub schedules, GroupExPro, Atlas, etc.
• Work with the Sr. Wellness Director to execute MOSSA and Group Ex. Launches when new releases are made.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining communication between staff and leadership.
• Assist in planning and conducting staff meetings. Attend all staff meetings and training as scheduled.
• Assist in organizing, planning, promoting, and scheduling Group Exercise events and special programs.
• Work with Marketing to promote wellness activities.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of health, fitness, and wellness programming.
• Maintain group and virtual attendance records. Communicate with the Director regarding any trends.
• Complete personal training on an as needed basis
• Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Wellness Department and branch operations to ensure an excellent member experience.
• Teach a specified number of classes per week, as agreed upon with the Sr. Program Director.
• Act as a leader in emergency situations. Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Action Plan. Ensure all members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow the branch Emergency Action Plan.
• Promote and participate in YMCA fundraising efforts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) or American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification is required. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or a YMCA certification is preferred.
• Nationally recognized group exercise certifications required; MOSSA certification(s) highly desired.
• Certification of CPR/First Aid/AED
• Complete and maintain required training to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• The membership growth and retention plan for the branch is achieved.
• A positive image of the YMCA is portrayed to members, staff, volunteers, and the community.
• A pleasant and comfortable working environment is maintained for all staff.
• Relationships are strengthened through intentional interactions.

Please email all inquiries and resumes to jtomchesson@trymca.org