Pilates Reformer Instructor

Description

The YMCA Pilates Reformer Instructor role offers career development, a great mission to get behind and a fun environment.

Benefits include a flexible schedule, growth and career development opportunity, free Y membership and more! Pilates Reformer Certification required.

In the health, wellness and exercise program, we have a passion for having a positive impact on all wellness journeys. The YMCA Pilates Reformer Instructor teaches safe Pilates reformer technique in one on one or small group fitness sessions, building connections with clients and team members to build their book of business.

1. Job Summary :

The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA, Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise / activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area.

The incumbent performs a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational. The incumbent provides customer service which promotes member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment.

2. Essential Functions :

• Develop, implement and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients. Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.
• Administer, track and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.
• Adhere to Policies & Expectations for Y of the North Personal Trainers document which includes but is not limited to providing safe classes and sessions and responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.
• Promote and sell personal training programs and services while achieving monthly revenue and session goals.
• Maintain required CECs and national certifications.
• Follow Fitness Floor expectations when not scheduled for personal training, group training or performing a Fitness Assessments.

3. Relationships :

This position reports to the Wellbeing Director who reports to the Executive Director. The incumbent works closely with clients and members as well as Member Services and building / maintenance staff.

4. Qualifications : Required

Required

NCCA-accredited and / or nationally recognized Personal Training Certification such as NASM-CPT,ACSM-CPT, and Equivalents.

Confirm other with hiring manager.

• Certifications required within 30 days of hire : CPR / PR and AED.
• Formal training in the specialty class being taught and / or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead an individual / group and motivate others to achieve their health and well-being goals.
• Demonstrated ability working with all age groups and ability levels.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Preferred

• Bachelors degree in Health / Exercise Science or related field.
• 1 year experience in the health and fitness field.
• 1 year experience Personal Training and Group Training.

6. Work Conditions :

• Ability to lead assigned classes and sessions, demonstrating exercise techniques and perform associated physical activities.
• Ability to stand and be mobile majority of work shift.
• Stretch, bend, and lift up to 50lbs and move heavy equipment on a daily basis.
• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

7. Additional Notes :

This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization.

YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the associations mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve.

We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection;

compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all.

We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.