Yoga Instructor

Description

Our mission comes to life through our culture at the YMCA, where we are dedicated to strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined—empowering individuals and building a stronger community, starting with you.

Find your Zen and share your passion for yoga as a Yoga Instructor at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads! Join our dedicated team and lead transformative classes that nurture mind, body, and soul. Guide students of all levels through poses, breathwork, and meditation in our welcoming community environment. With access to top‑notch facilities and support for your personal growth, you'll have the space to expand your practice and inspire others.

If you're ready to foster peace, strength, and well‑being, apply now and embark on a journey of holistic health with us!

• Provide outstanding customer service with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wellness principles and promote a healthy lifestyle through words and actions.
• Adhere to ACSM and YMCA guidelines for all group exercise classes, including BPM standards and class‑specific terminology (e.g., Zumba).
• Regularly update choreography and music selections to keep classes fresh and dynamic.
• Positively support YMCA national standards and guidelines in all interactions with members and team members.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

• Help shift the focus from post-care to preventive care by encouraging YMCA members and team members to adopt lasting healthy lifestyle habits.
• Be an active and supportive part of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads Group Fitness team and the broader association.
• Create positive experiences that lead to happy and satisfied members, reflected in survey feedback.
• Support the YMCA's mission by helping members grow in body, mind, and spirit.

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet the minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.