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Y-Fitness Instructor

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct Y-Fitness classes on the coordinated day and time
  • Maintain a friendly, clean, and professional appearance and demeanor 
  • Assist BYU Student Wellness in promoting their vision which is to help “every student to pursue their best self and enjoy a healthy student experience.”
  • Attend Y-Fitness orientation at the beginning of the fall and winter semester
  • Complete a self-evaluation form and discuss it with the supervisor at the end of every semester
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current certification in area of specialty
  • Experience in the fitness field
  • Student at Brigham Young University
  • Commitment to teaching Y-Fitness classes at the coordinated day and time

Most Common Hiring Periods: Prior to the beginning of fall and winter semesters, as needed

Starting Pay: $20 per hour

Hours: Hours will vary depending on the current Y-Fitness schedule, but each instructor will be in charge of at least 1 Y-Fitness class.

Contact swprograms@byu.edu for application information and current availability.

Wellness Coach Intern

Internship Opportunity:
  • Coach students on the subjects of fitness, nutrition, stress management, intuitive eating, and healthy relationships.
  • Develop and assist BYU Student Wellness in implementing programs and activities to promote health and wellness. I.E.- workshops, training, and weekly booths in the WILK.
  • Maintain a friendly, clean, and professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Attendance at occasional training and in-service meetings.

Applicant Qualifications:
  • Seeking students specializing in health-related fields or other majors focused on wellness.
  • Juniors & Seniors (preferred) Available for 3 hours- 2 or 3 days a week to assist in coaching students, 1 hour for weekly meetings on Tuesdays at noon or Mondays at 11 am (time is flexible depending on when the other coaches can meet), and 2 hours for booths from 11 am-1 pm Wednesday’s or Thursday’s with some flexibility to do different times various weeks.
  • Must be able to teach 2 workshops per semester. The workshops are held in the evenings for 45 minutes- to 1 hour.
  • Related class or work experience in exercise programming, training, health, and wellness.
  • Desire to contribute to the mission of Student Wellness on campus.
  • Willing to complete their 4-credit hour internship within 2 semesters (200 credit hours). 10 hours a week.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and groups in a helpful and friendly manner.

Benefits of Participating:
  • Contribute to the mission of BYU Student Wellness and the personal growth of students.
  • Successfully complete the Major Internship requirement.
  • Earn a $500 internship scholarship.
  • Build an incredible resume with hands-on experience.
Email swprograms@byu.edu your completed application (you can download it below) along with your current availability

Download Application Here