Are you passionate about fitness and inspiring others? We're looking for new, motivated instructors to lead a variety of group exercise classes! Whether you're young or seasoned, energetic or experienced, we want you to help us strengthen our community’s wellness programs.

Why Become a Group Exercise Instructor?

No Experience Necessary! If you have a love for fitness and a passion for helping people, we will train you! The Y offers a variety of fitness certifications and trainings, so don’t let a lack of experience hold you back from applying.

Gain Beneficial Skills:

  • Build Confidence: Enhance your public speaking and customer service skills while developing lasting relationships with participants.
  • Develop New Skills: Learn to create engaging exercise classes and deepen your understanding of health and wellness, including anatomy and physiology.

Diverse Class Formats:

Choose from a huge variety of class formats that suit your interests, such as:

  • Seniors
  • Water aerobics
  • High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
  • Strength training
  • Dance
  • Mind/Body classes
  • Chronic disease prevention

Earn While You Inspire:

  • Get Paid to Workout: Enjoy competitive wages starting at $19/hour for trainees and up to $27/hour with experience and certifications.
  • Flexible Hours: Work around your schedule with opportunities to substitute or expand your hours.
  • On-site Childcare: Available for a small fee while you work.

YMCA Employee Benefits

  • Free Y membership
  • Up to 60% discount on Y programs, camps, and classes for yourself, family, and siblings
  • Paid training, including the YMCA Group Exercise Certification
  • Tuition reimbursement for school
  • Paid CPR/AED/First Aid maintenance

Additional Benefits as a Instructor:

  • Access discounted education and certifications through our partner organization, ACE (American Council on Exercise).
  • Enjoy reduced fees for MOSSA, AEA, and other specialty certifications.
  • Participate in annual training opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.

Apply To Be A Group Exercise Instructor Today

If you’re ready to inspire others and bring fresh energy to our group exercise programs, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in making a positive impact in our community.

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Upcoming Training Opportunities at the YMCA of Honolulu

We’re looking to hire healthy lifestyles staff interested in participating in one or more of the following training sessions, with opportunities to teach regularly or serve as substitutes.

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More Trainings Coming Soon!

More Trainings Coming Soon!