Yoga Instructor Job Description

The Why:

Mesa Rim’s vision is to improve the quality of life of our community. We believe climbing can be transformative and we're driven to inspire lifelong climbers who seek learning, self-growth, and connection with the community. Yoga instructors bring this to life by leading engaging and inclusive yoga classes in service of the community.

The How:

As a Yoga Instructor, you are passionate about supporting others in their yoga journey. You enjoy leading groups and cultivating an encouraging learning environment. You apply your yoga knowledge and expertise to engagingly lead yoga classes and support students’ growth. As a Yoga Instructor, you are organized, reliable, and consistently demonstrate professionalism. You strive to continue developing your own skills and support the continued development of Mesa Rim’s Yoga Program.

The What:

Yoga Instructors are responsible for leading engaging group yoga classes classes that support the Mesa Rim Community.

• Regularly teach Mesa Rim yoga classes (vinyasa, yin, ashtanga, bowspring, restorative, etc.) of all levels
• Instruct in accordance with the Mesa Rim Yoga Philosophy and Operations Manual

• Teach participants about applicable yoga movements and techniques, safely demonstrating as needed
• Manage time and group dynamic effectively, adapting sequences as needed
• Teach and reinforce safety and injury-prevention practices with participants
• Work as part of a team, supporting fellow instructors and subbing classes in accordance with Protocol
• Tidy studio after each class in accordance with Protocol

• Ensure equipment levels meet program needs and inform supervisor of any shortfalls

• Motivate students and encourage progress in practice
• Provide information about complementary or related Mesa Rim programs and resources (climbing, other yoga classes, private instruction, pro shop gear, setting info, youth programs, Climbing Academy, etc.) as appropriate
• Demonstrate professional behavior and excellent customer service at all times, paying special attention to being on time and prepared for all classes
• Serve as Mesa Rim cultural example, consistently demonstrating Mesa Rim Core Values

Other work-related duties as assigned

Hours vary and minimums may be required according to the needs of business operations at each location

Must-Haves:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be a compatible match with the Mesa Rim Climbing Center culture

• Must have ability to seek and accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional manner
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team player
• Must have a drive to grow professionally

• Must have a 200 hour Yoga Instructor certification
• Must have at least 1 year or 100 hours of teaching experience

• Must demonstrate a passion for yoga
• Must enjoy being a teacher and instructing others
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and be customer-service oriented

Nice-to-Haves:

• Previous climbing experience and knowledge of climbing technique and movement strongly preferred
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification preferred
• Previous experience with variety of Mesa Rim climbing and yoga classes

Get Stoked For Access To:

• Being part of an amazing team and company culture that focuses on personal and professional growth, authentic communication, and genuine care for one another
• Mesa Rim membership, access to Mesa Rim classes, pro-deals, and Pro Shop discounts
• Access to professional development opportunities and an Employee Assistance Program

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• 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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; utilize manual dexterity to handle or feel; use both hands at the same time; reach with hands and arms; reach overhead with arms; walk on hard/soft and even/uneven surfaces; talk, yell and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk up and down stairs, and grip with hands. The employee is regularly required to balance, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 5 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be physically fit to perform repetitive physical motions and have the endurance to lead participants through yoga poses.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to loud noise, airborne particles, dry conditions (non-weather), falling objects, trip hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of moving mechanical parts, mechanical burn and bodily fluid.

Signatures:

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