Aquafit Instructor

Royal Canadian Yacht Club; Canada; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Canadian Yacht Club is seeking an Aquafit Instructor to lead engaging aquatic fitness classes at our Toronto facilities. You will promote cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and wellbeing while ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for participants of all ages and fitness levels.

Responsibilities include demonstrating techniques, monitoring form, and adapting exercises to prevent injuries.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Aquafit Instructor from a recognized organization (e.g., CanFitPro, Aquatic Exercise Association).
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• Experience leading group fitness classes, preferably in an aquatic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead aquatic fitness classes to improve cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility and well-being.
• Create an inclusive, safe environment for participants of varying fitness levels and ages.
• Demonstrate proper techniques and ensure safe and effective exercise performance.
• Monitor participants and modify exercises to prevent injuries during sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards of the aquatic environment in coordination with facility staff.
• Engage with participants to motivate and encourage consistent attendance and progress.

Skills

CanFitPro/Aquatic Fitness Cert

CPR/AED

Group Fitness Leadership

Water Safety

Communication

Liability Insurance

Job description

The Royal Canadian Yacht Club is a world class yacht club with a mandate to promote excellence in competitive sailing and sports. RCYC is currently ranked as one of the top 50 Yacht Clubs in the world and we firmly believe that much of our continued success is determined by our staff. The RCYC operates year-round from two facilities: our summer home at the Island Clubhouse and our City Clubhouse in downtown Toronto at St George and Bloor.

Responsibilities:

• Lead engaging and effective aquatic fitness classes designed to improve participants' cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and overall well-being
• Create an environment in the class for safe, inclusive, and motivating environment for individuals of varying fitness levels and ages
• Demonstrate proper techniques and ensure participants perform exercises safely and effectively.
• Monitor class participants to provide modifications and prevent injuries during sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards of the aquatic environment in coordination with facility staff.
• Engage with participants to motivate and encourage consistent attendance and progress.

Qualtifications:

• Certification as an Aquafit Instructor from a recognized organization (e.g., CanFitPro, Aquatic Exercise Association).
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• Experience leading group fitness classes, preferably in an aquatic environment.
• Strong knowledge of Water Safety
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse groups of participants.
• Own Professional Liability Insurance

Accommodation:

The Royal Canadian Yacht Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure that all individuals are treated equally, respectfully and with integrity. We welcome resume submissions from all qualified applicants and thank you for your interest in the Royal Canadian Yacht Club. If accommodations are required, please contact Human Resources directly. All information received will be addressed confidentially.