Group Exercise Instructor - Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA

Foster Connections and Empower Others to Live Heather Lives!

As a part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in your community, promoting fitness, well-being, and personal growth. If you're driven by a love for fitness, health, and helping others achieve their best selves, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Why you’ll love the YMCA

As a part time staff member you will receive a free individual membership, or 50% off family membership, and 50% discounted programs for you and your household. 

Other perks our Y employees enjoy: 

• Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free trainings and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career. 
• Childcare: While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular childwatch hours, also enjoy 50% discounted before and afterschool care and summer day camp options. 
• Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities 

The Jackson Lehman YMCA is seeking enthusiastic and attentive part-time exercise instructors to join our team by connecting participants to one another and their wellness goals and fostering an atmosphere of small communities with fellow members by which the YMCA's mission can be fulfilled in a fun and healthy way.

• Connect: Build effective authentic relationships with members and help to connect them with each other.
• Serve: Adhere to appropriate and safe class structure, including all health and fitness components, and recognize when participants need assistance, acting promptly to help them.
• Inspire: Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes as well as answer questions from participants to support them in their goals.

Requirements 

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Minimum of 18 years of age, with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• A degree in the health and fitness field is preferred.
• One year of group exercise instruction or equivalent preferred.
• Must have and maintain valid and current certifications outlined by position; certifications an include: ACE/YMCA, ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or NETA.
• Ability to relate to, welcome and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.  

Salary: Non exempt Part time $12.44-$14.50 hourly

Hours Available: Evenings

Location: Jackson Lehman YMCA, 5680 YMCA Drive West, Fort Wayne IN 46835