Tai Chi or Boxing Instructor - La Jolla

• Overview The Lifestyle Coach is responsible for guiding and motivating individuals towards achieving their health and wellness goals by delivering expert instruction in fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle management.
• The Coach will participate in various evidence-based programs at the YMCA, such as: Diabetes Preventative Program, Enhance Fitness, and Clinical Conditioning, which involve leading group training classes, offering personalized coaching, and providing support for individuals with various health conditions, such as diabetes, trauma-related injuries, cancer and other physical impairments.
• The Coach will demonstrate proper techniques, offer workout modifications to ensure safety, and create a positive, engaging environment that fosters community and personal growth.
• Additionally, this position involves administrative tasks such as maintaining client records, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards.
• The Coach will have a deep understanding of lifestyle wellness, trauma recovery, diabetes, and nutrition with a passion for helping individuals improve their physical and mental well-being.
• For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org) Schedule Location: This class will be held at the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center - La Jolla Tai Chi or Boxing Group Fitness Instructor.
• Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 10:00am-12:00pm

Responsibilities

Demonstrate empathy and provide motivation, guidance, and customer service while understanding individual needs related to diabetes, wellness, and trauma-related injuries Tailor exercise techniques to suit individuals who have experienced physical trauma, such as limb loss,individuals with pre-diabetes diagnostics, or individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer Lead group training classes, ensuring engagement and participation in sessions with a large group of individuals Foster a positive participant experience by welcoming attendees and keeping them actively involved in their wellness program Provide guidance on proper workout form, offering technique modifications, nutrition, and providing clear cues when necessary to ensure a safe workout routine Utilize electronic presentation equipment to manage class schedules and maintain effective time management during sessions Build a supportive community by developing positive relationships, learning participants' names, and helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals Perform administrative duties, including managing diabetic logs, participant assessments, and confidentialprogress charts Support with document audits to ensure the accuracy and proper storage of all participant data and progress information Monitor client progress, evaluate training effectiveness, and stay updated on industry trends and best practices for trauma and diabetes-related exercise techniques Other duties as assigned