Pilates Reformer Instructor - New Tampa Family YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY: Pilates Reformer Instructor is responsible for leading safe, effective, and engaging Pilates reformer classes for members of varying fitness levels. This role focuses on improving participants strength, flexibility, posture, balance, and overall wellness through proper Pilates techniques and individualized instruction. The instructor creates a welcoming and motivating environment while ensuring proper form, alignment, and equipment usage to enhance the participants experience and reduce risk of injury. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, professionalism, energy, and a passion for health and wellness. They should be able to build positive relationships with members, encourage participation and retention, and contribute to the overall success of the fitness department. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and delivers group or private reformer sessions, modifying exercises to meet individual needs, monitoring participant progress, and providing exceptional customer service. Maintains a clean and organized studio environment, ensures all reformer equipment is functioning properly, and stays current with industry trends, certifications, and continuing education opportunities.Observes members and informs them of corrective measures or if the reformer is the right fit.Offers variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels when appropriate.Proactively provides appropriate directions to members performing dangerous or harmful exercises.Maintains accurate class attendance records and adds attendance numbers into data base within 24 hours of the class.Adheres to the Association operating policies and procedures by operating the program within the guidelines set forth.Maintains and cleans reformer equipment after class to prepare for the next session.Responsible for own class coverage when unavailable to attend.Follows YMCA policies and procedures regarding the safety, health and welfare of members, program participants, guests and staff; responds to emergency situations in accordance with facility policies and certification requirements.Completes all job-related meetings and training as required.Supports the Mission during Annual giving events.Performs all other duties as assigned. Safety and Risk Management Adhere to all Federal, State, and local safety regulations, as well as all YMCA policies and procedures related to the safety, health, and welfare of members, participants, guests, and staff.Ensure that all Tampa YMCA standards, leading practices, and policies are implemented and consistently followed, including those related to emergency procedures, child abuse prevention, and appropriate supervision.Adhere to policies and procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising participants and boundaries with participants when applicable.Ensure implementation of and follows all training requirements including risk management and child abuse prevention training in addition to ensuring proper reporting of all incidents/accidents according to risk management procedures.Maintain a safe and healthy environment at all times, including performing daily safety checks of program areas, equipment, and supplies.Maintain proper records, including certifications, meetings and trainings.Maintain an emphasis on safety in all areas of responsibility as they relate to members and staff.Adhere to risk management training requirements including child abuse prevention.Contribute to creating and maintaining a safe, positive, and respectful environment for members, guests, and staff.Promptly report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior, as well as policy violations, following established association procedures.