Zumba Instructor (Dripping Springs) #26-0428

Why Your Role Matters  

Movement has the power to bring people together, boost confidence, and make healthy living fun. As a Zumba/Dance Fitness Instructor, you create an energetic and welcoming experience where participants of all backgrounds and fitness levels can move, connect, and build healthier habits. Through music, motivation, and inclusive instruction, you help members improve their physical and mental well-being while fostering a sense of belonging and community that reflects the YMCA's mission and values. 

How You Make an Impact 

• Design and lead dance-based fitness classes with choreographed routines suitable for participants of all levels. 
• Provide modifications to accommodate different abilities and fitness levels. 
• Maintain participant safety while encouraging proper form, posture, and movement. 
• Cultivate a fun, energetic, and motivating class atmosphere that encourages member participation and retention. 
• Prepare and maintain the fitness area, including sound systems, props, and other equipment, ensuring cleanliness and safety. 
• Promote YMCA programs, events, and wellness initiatives to class participants. 
• Complete required attendance, incident reports, or other documentation. 
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and fitness training to stay current on dance fitness trends. 
• Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests. 
• Become an ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by sharing the story of who we are as an organization and brand. 
• Complete other duties as assigned.  

What You Bring to the Y 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.  
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.  
• Current Zumba® Instructor certification or other nationally recognized dance fitness certification required.  
• Ability to lead safe, energetic, and engaging dance fitness classes for participants with varying fitness levels and experience.  
• Ability to learn, follow, and teach choreographed routines while maintaining proper form and movement technique.  
• Strong communication and motivational skills with the ability to inspire participation and create a positive class experience.  
• Ability to provide modifications and movement options to support participants of different abilities and fitness levels.  
• Ability to maintain a high-energy, professional presence while managing class flow and participant engagement.  
• Successful audition and approval by the Health & Wellness Director or Coordinator prior to teaching classes.  
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications preferred; if required for the role, certification must be obtained within a timeframe determined by the department.  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. 
• Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.  
• Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.  
• Customer Focused: Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.  
• Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.  

Physical Requirements:  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Work Location

27216 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620, United States

About Us

The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community. For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has evolved to address each community's greatest needs, touching every phase of life and nurturing happier, healthier people, a stronger community and a better world.

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality programs that keep our community strong. As a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide financial assistance to expand access so community members can learn, grow, and thrive through our early learning academies, fitness and wellness centers, youth programs, workforce development, adult programming, mental health counseling, and more.

Each year, the Y serves nearly 140,000 people across Travis and Hays counties through seven fitness and wellness centers, more than 55 licensed campuses in four school districts, two YMCA Tomorrow Academy™ locations, and Camp Moody, our outdoor Adventure camp.

Globally, the YMCA is one of the oldest and largest youth-serving organizations in the world, united by our commitment to a better future -- for all.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Take Care of Our People

• Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
• Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
• Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
• Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Pay Range

$18-$36 per class, DOE