Group Exercise Instructor II

As a thought‑leader and best‑in‑class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community‑building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta serves a broad range of programs for children, youth, and adults. We are seeking a Level

II Group Exercise Instructor to join our team of dedicated staff, volunteers, and members.

• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position’s scope.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding group fitness and wellness programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that group exercise classes run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED and any other required certifications or training set by Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Attend all required staff meetings and training courses.
• Secure your own music and select music suitable for a family setting.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Participate in and partner with wellness cabinet activities.
• Ensure the follow‑through of incident/accident reporting procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Log class attendance in Group Ex PRO by 11:59p.m. of the night the class is taught.
• Log in to Group Ex PRO at least twice a week to check for facility updates, subbing opportunities, and other important information.
• Secure your own substitute instructor in a timely manner if unable to teach a class; requests must be accepted and approved before you are relieved of responsibility.
• Apply Metro Atlanta YMCA risk and safety guidelines, best practices, and branch emergency procedures consistently.
• Adhere to strength training and nutrition guidelines in alignment with Y‑USA/ACE and ACSM guidelines.
• Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice or dispensing commercial health products.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• One or more years of experience teaching group exercise classes.
• Land instructors must hold a current national group exercise certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NETA) and maintain it.
• Water instructors must hold a current national water group exercise certification via AEA and maintain it.
• Both land and water instructors must obtain the YMCA/ACE online Group Exercise Instructor Certification and supplemental courses within 60days of hire.
• If teaching strength or conditioning, must hold the YMCA Strength and Conditioning Instructor Certification.
• Water instructors teaching Aqua Arthritis programs must complete the AEA Arthritis Foundation Program Leader Certification within 60days of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain full access to Y‑Link and the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account.
• Must upload continuing education credits via Y‑Link before certification expiration.
• Must possess current CPR/AED certification and renew it every two years.
• Must obtain specialty certifications approved by Metro Atlanta YMCA (e.g., Pilates, Group Cycling, Barre, Zumba, TRX).
• Must pass a group exercise audition based on the format(s) of instruction for which the instructor is being hired.
• Must be knowledgeable about fitness‑related issues, including aerobic/anaerobic exercise, nutrition, injury prevention, and the THE COACH APPROACH®.
• Must complete the THE COACH APPROACH® orientation within 30days of hire.
• High degree of human‑relations skills, ability to facilitate class interaction, and strong teamwork orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, and problem‑solve.
• Effective time‑management skills and strong customer‑service orientation.
• Pass a criminal background and drug‑screening check.

Summit Family YMCA, Metro Atlanta.

Employment and benefits package is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc., including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans in line with Y‑USA benefits.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.