Aquafit Fitness Instructor - Specialized 1-2 - Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Newmarket seeks a passionate Aquafit Fitness Instructor for their seasonal recreational program. The role involves delivering engaging aqua fitness classes while ensuring participant safety and communication. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certifications, showcasing leadership and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering aqua fitness classes for 1-3 years depending on specialization.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends required.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver fun, safe, and inclusive aqua fitness classes.
• Ensure attendance and communication with participants.
• Manage class time and proper setup before classes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification

Vocational education

Job description

Aquafit Fitness Instructor - Specialized 1-2 - Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026 - (25-172)

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Job Title

Aquafit Fitness Instructor - Specialized 1-2 - Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026

Organizational Unit

Community Services -> Recreation & Culture Services -> Recreation & Client Services

Requisition #

25-172

Location

Multiple Community - Newmarket, ON CA (Primary)

Shift Type

All

Job Type

Seasonal/Sessional

If a contract, Contract Duration

12 months

Date Posted By

6/2/2025

Date Posting Closes

7/14/2025

Time Posting Closes: 5:00 p.m.

Category

Recreation

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Vocational

Salary Payband/Range

See job requirements for corresponding salary.

Job Description

Working with the Town of Newmarket’s Recreation and Culture Team, means the opportunity to make a difference and connect with your community! Working in Recreation means being apart of something special, gaining valuable work experience and learning new skills. We are looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with others with a passion to deliver high quality programs, events and services. One thing is for certain, you will love the experience and our participants will too!

The Successful Candidate Will:

1. Develop and deliver a fun, safe and inclusive aqua fitness class.

2. Ensure attendance is taken at each class so the class does not go over program capacity.

3. Communicate with participants to troubleshoot and discuss any issues or concerns with the program.

4. Liaise with the programmer to discuss any concerns, issues or developments with the program, facility or participants.

5. Manage their class time and preparation time, as well as arriving on time for their program.

6. Ensure a proper setup of their area prior to the beginning of each class.

7. Fill out the required paperwork that deals with Health and Safety issues, accidents, incidents or facility issues.

*For full listing of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Descriptions.

Job Requirements

All
1. Excellent customer service, communication, leadership, and organizational skills and sensitivity to interact with a diversity of patrons, parents, and staff in a courteous and efficient manner.
2. Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification required.
3. Availability/flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
4. Due to the nature of the contacts of this position a Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town is required.

Specialized 1 – Starting $30
1. Responsible for program delivery of aqua fitness classes such as: shallow and/or deep Aqua Fitness (low, medium, high intensity classes) etc.
2. Demonstrated work experience of at least one to two years in the area hired to instruct.
3. Current certification or workshop from the stated teaching field.

Specialized 2 – Starting $35
1. Responsible for program delivery of specialized aqua fitness classes such as: Diaperfit, rehabilitative or therapeutic classes, Aqua Zumba, etc.
2. Demonstrated work experience of at least three years in the area hired to instruct.
3. 2 or more current certification or workshop from the stated teaching field.
4. Demonstrated commitment to continued education in the fitness field (example: workshops, seminars, etc).

Please Note:
1. Rate of pay will be determined by Town of Newmarket staff based on applicant experience and/or program requirements.
2. Certifications are not required at time of application but must be obtained prior to job commencement. The Town of Newmarket may offer opportunities for certification.

The Town of Newmarket is committed to accommodating all applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code for all employment activities including the recruitment process.