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Northern Door Program Center
3866 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek, WI 54212
920-868-3660

DOOR COUNTY YMCA
Job Title: Group Fitness/Body, Mind, & Spirit Instructor Job Code: SBAHE, NDAHE, SBART, SBYOG, NDYOG

FLSA Status: Part Time/Hourly Job Grade: Grade F

Reports to: SB Healthy Living Director, ND Adult Health and
Wellness Director

Revision Date: 6/25/2019

Leadership Level: Leader Department: Fitness

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening
community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In accordance with the policies of the
Door County YMCA, the Group Fitness/Body, Mind & Spirit Instructor will deliver programs and services with
enthusiasm, leadership and knowledge of the components of a safe and effective fitness program.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening
communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place
where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful:
we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your
journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our
community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instruct participants in a group fitness setting as to aerobic/strength/flexibility.

2. Enforce established DCY Healthy Living Best Practices.

3. Monitor equipment for safety consideration.

4. Interact and assist participants with their programs by actively correcting form and demonstrating different
levels of intensity and impact. Circulate and greet participants so everyone feels welcome.

5. Monitor and record class numbers for future class planning.

6. Direct participants to appropriate program personnel, if questions or concerns arise.

7. Communicate to supervisor substitutions, scheduled conflicts, vacations, and significant events related to the
YMCA Health & Fitness procedures. Instructor must attend the first and last class of the session, as well as
75% of the remaining class sessions.

8. Assure own professional growth by maintaining current fitness certifications through reading, study, and
meetings.

9. Exemplify the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in all aspects of job performance
and in relationships with others.

10. Adhere to best practices - including but not limited to arriving to teaching area 10-15 minutes prior, greeting
and introducing the class to all participants, dressing in appropriate attire, and creating a warm and friendly
environment while having fun and prioritizing safety.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

1. Inclusion
2. Developing Self & Others
3. Communication & Influence
4. Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 18 years of age.
2. Obtain current CPR and AED certification within 30 days of employment and maintain the certification.
3. Complete the following: Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y, Foundations of Listen First, Principles of Member

Health and Wellness, Foundations of Group Exercise at the Y (offered by ACE) and Foundations.
4. Continuing education credits will be necessary on a continual basis to keep certifications current.
5. Extensive training in the discipline is preferred.
6. Demonstrate strong skills in working with and motivating people in a positive manner.
7. Attend New Employee Orientation and complete all CAP training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2. Position requires the ability to perform physical activities with considerable use of arms and legs, while moving
entire body over a period of time.

3. Position requires the ability to engage in physical activity and lift up to 50 lbs.