Aquatics Fitness Instructor

Key Responsibilities

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, or a related field from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• At least two years of experience teacher Group Exercise classes
• Experience in personal training, and health and wellness programming.

• AEA (Preferred)
• United States Water Fitness 
• SCW fitness Aqua Specialty
• Water Art
• IFTA Aqua Certification

• AFAA
   NASM
• ACE
• ACSM
• SCW
• IFTA 

• Understand the relationship of the general public to the association, of staff to volunteer, and of staff to staff, and be able to effectively enhance and cultivate those relationships.
• Ability to interpret, carry out and implement into classes/programs, the mission and goals of the YMCA.
• Work as an integral member of a staff team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults, youth, teens, seniors and special populations.
• Degree in exercise Science or Physical Education
• ACE,AFAA,FRA,NSCF or ACSM personal trainer certification
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in fitness

Benefits

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. 
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. 
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. 
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. 
• A healthy work/life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits including: 
• FREE YMCA Membership for you. 
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. 
• Discounted or FREE family membership. 
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) 
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. 
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)