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16 Oct 2019

Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor (1 Position)

YMCA of Niagara – Posted by yjobs –  Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga

YMCA Membership Branch – Niagara West

Hourly Rate: $17.13/hr plus YMCA membership benefits

Start date: Immediately

Part-time, contract – 1 year

Must be able to teach a minimum of 2 Yoga classes (2 hours) per week; mornings, evenings, weekends (flexibility required)

 

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Recreation or related field is an asset
  • YMCA Yoga Certification or equivalent*
  • Proven customer service skills
  • Minimum 1 year practical experience delivering Yoga.
  • Experience delivering fitness based programs for a variety of ages and skill level.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Able to lift 45 lbs. or greater
  • Flexibility; willingness to learn new skills and to alter shifts
  • Proven capacity to work as part of a team
  • Current standard first aid and CPR-(C) certification
  • A clear and satisfactory criminal reference check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS)issued for the YMCA of Niagara

 

*Applicants with other recognized national fitness certifications may challenge the YMCA Yoga exam, and complete a Practical Evaluation to receive equivalency. A passing grade of 85% is required for all components as well as a minimum score of 2.5 on the practical evaluation.

  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide excellence in the quality of instruction of Group Fitness Classes at the YMCA.
  • Generate positive experiences for each individual that you meet through excellence in customer service, positivity and excitement, and relationship building opportunities.
  • Create an environment that fosters open communication with members, staff and volunteers.
  • Provide a safe environment that fosters a sense of fun and enthusiastic atmosphere.
  • Required to arrive to classes at least ten minutes before classes.
  • Arrive to class prepared to teach an appropriate fitness class that matches the class description, available equipment and participant needs.
  • Provide high and low options in order to have individuals at all levels participate in the class.
  • Set up/clean up any necessary equipment for the class.
  • Educate and motivate Group Fitness participants following YMCA Canada fitness principals.
  • Demonstrate and role model proper fitness form and technique.
  • Meet and maintain a minimum YMCA Group Fitness instructor behaviour grid score of 2.7 or 91%.
  • Promote YMCA Group Fitness programs to individuals who are not currently engaged in YMCA Group Fitness offerings.
  • Act as a positive YMCA ambassador in the branch and community.
  • Keep accurate Group Fitness participation statistics.
  • Maintain all required qualifications, certifications and up to date knowledge of group fitness trends.
  • Attend all staff meetings and ongoing education opportunities.
  • Understand and support YMCA philanthropic initiatives and events.
  • Share appropriate information with class participants about other YMCA programs and services.
  • Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining YMCA SAM 2.1 standards.
  • Demonstrate flexibility, an ability to adapt to situations as they arise, and support with class coverage when required.
  • Work as part of a team to help members achieve their health and fitness goals and retain them as YMCA members.
  • Other duties as required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume along with documentation to verify completion of (or in process of completing) Standard First Aid/CPR(C) by noon on October 25, 2019 to: E: yjobs@niagara.ymca.ca       F: 289-362-1413   Please indicate position and branch/cities applying for in the subject line of your email. Internal applicants are expected to notify their supervisor before applying. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.    Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.   For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara please visit: ymcaofniagara.org

Job Categories: Art/Culture/Recreation/Sport. Job Types: Part-Time.

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