What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tai Chi Instructor - Beverly YMCA position at YMCA of the North Shore?
Are you looking for a flexible fitness role where you can build your own schedule and make a meaningful impact? Do you enjoy guiding others through movement and mindfulness while supporting their overall well-being? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Tai Chi is a gentle yet powerful practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, blending flowing movement, breathwork, and meditation. It supports improved balance, strength, and mental clarity-making it an incredibly valuable offering for our community.
As a Tai Chi Instructor, you'll lead engaging classes that help members feel stronger, more centered, and connected. You'll create a welcoming, supportive environment while guiding participants through proper technique, offering modifications, and encouraging continued participation.
What You'll Do- Lead safe, engaging Tai Chi classes for a diverse membership base
- Teach proper form, breathing techniques, and mindful movement
- Provide modifications to support all ability levels
- Create a calm, inclusive, and motivating class environment
- Build relationships that support member engagement and retention
- Experience teaching Tai Chi or similar mind-body formats
- Strong understanding of movement, balance, and wellness principles
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to connect with and support a diverse population
- Passion for helping others improve their physical and mental well-being
- Free YMCA membership program discounts
- Paid training and professional development
- Opportunities for growth across YMCA locations
- 12% employer-funded retirement plan (once vested, no match required)
- Sick time accrual
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment
Share the power of movement and mindfulness-help our members feel their best inside and out. Apply today!
- TCF - Tai Chi certification
- Must be 18 years or older
- Required certifications:
- CPR
- First Aid
- AED
- Certification in areas of expertise.
- YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification required within 60 days of hire.
- WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to conduct classes and activities.
- Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including: Leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and Lifting
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.