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Aquatic Aerobics Instructor

CompanyYMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
LocationBonita Springs
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 5, 2026
About The Company
YMCA of Southwest Florida is a leading non-profit organization committed to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Serving Bradenton to Bonita Springs, YMCA of Southwest Florida has over 1000 employees serving communities along the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida. We’re an inclusive, nonprofit organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We work hard to make a difference and are looking for passionate leaders to join us as we continue to grow and serve in our communities where we are needed most.
About the Role

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Executive/Wellness/Program Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Group Exercise Instructor will be responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and physically appropriate group exercise classes.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Staff is expected to act professionally and dress according to the requirements.
  • All Staff should arrive promptly for their shift.
  • Opening personnel must arrive with adequate time prepare facility for opening.
  • Follow the format of the class type and description to be taught.
  • The exercise instructors shall agree to be ready for class to start on time, finish on time and shall agree to schedule his/her time for set up and take down necessary for efficient class performance
  • Ensure that classes are safe and within industry standards and guidelines.
  • Exercise instructors are responsible for their own music and agree to use music suitable for a family setting.
  • Become familiar with class participants; learn names, their health concerns and their physical limitations.
  • Maintain constant supervision of participants during class.
  • Direct all maintenance concerns to the Executive/Wellness/Program Director immediately.
  • Ensure all participants wear appropriate footwear
  • Make sure all equipment is put away correctly following your shift.
  • Instructors are expected to find their own substitutes if they are not work their scheduled shift and communicate the substitute to the supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings.
  • Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely manner.
  • Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances, and pain relievers.
  • Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude
  • Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy
  • Participate in YMCA-sponsored special events and activities when possible.
  • Perform team assignments in Annual Partner with Youth campaign
  • Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications required
  • Appropriate fitness certification
  • Completion of YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogens training annually
  • Completion of YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Class annually
  • One year or more of experience in fitness.
  • Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
  • Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor
Key Skills
Group Exercise InstructionClass DeliverySafety ComplianceParticipant SupervisionProfessionalismTime ManagementCommunicationCPR/First Aid/AEDFitness CertificationCleaning Protocols
Categories
Sports & RecreationSocial ServicesAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The instructor is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and physically appropriate group exercise classes, adhering to established formats and industry standards. This includes arriving promptly, managing class setup and takedown, ensuring participant safety through supervision, and maintaining professional conduct.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
161
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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