Yoga Instructor - McFetridge Sports Center

Under direct supervision, the Yoga Instructor provides group instruction, monitors, and educates patrons on movement and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. 

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Instructs scheduled yoga classes: begin and end on time, provide adequate and effective skills and lessons 
• Instructs patrons on appropriate movement methods explains proper techniques, demonstrates 
• Exercises and identifies different muscle groups 
• Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class 
• Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive experience for members and class participants 
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs 
• Ensures safety standards are met, and department and facility policies are adhered to 
• Implements and regulates the facilities policies and procedures 
• Performs other related duties as required 

• Previous teaching experience in a group setting required 
• Self-motivated, with excellent communication and customer service skills 
• Punctual, reliable, organized and responsible 
• Performs related duties as required 

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Completion of a 200hr Yoga Teacher Training with certification (registered/accredited with Yoga Alliance is preferred)
• Completion of a Yoga for Youth/Teens Teacher Training with certification
• At least six months to a year of experience teaching yoga to youth/teens
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Have a working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles
• Have working knowledge of group teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, technique, and rhythm
• Ability to be professional and motivate class participants
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours and work with various types of fitness equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally must aide or assist participants. The employee must have the endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned fitness program.