Fitness Instructor - Yoga, Barre, Pilates, Zumba, Older Adults.

Newwestcity; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Westminster Fitness Department seeks energetic fitness instructors to join their team. The role involves leading classes in various fitness styles while ensuring safety and providing excellent customer service. Qualified candidates should have relevant certifications and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patrons within a dynamic fitness environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 required.
• Certifications in Yoga, Pilates, Zumba preferred.
• Minimum Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and supervise group fitness classes.
• Develop fitness plans and adjust as required for patrons.
• Promote and market fitness programs.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Customer Service

Motivation

Education

Completion of Grade 12

BCRPA Fitness Theory and Group Fitness Certification

Minimum 200+ hour Yoga Certification

Pilates Certification from a recognized provider/board

Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C & AED

Job description

The New Westminster Fitness Department has an opportunity for energetic self-starters to join its dynamic team of fitness leaders. Qualified candidates will possess one or more of the following current certifications: Yoga, Barre, Pilates, Zumba and/or Older Adults.

Under the supervision of the Fitness Leadership team, the successful candidate will instruct classes based on program requirements. Applicants will enjoy working in a fast paced environment and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Yoga, Barre, Pilates, Zumba, Older Adults Classes:

• Develop and adjust fitness for patrons to ensure appropriate level
• Act as a fitness resource person for the community members
• Ability to teach a variety of styles preferred
• Candidate will be certified from a recognized provider / board
• Customer Service/Communication
• Teach group fitness classes; improve techniques; supervise and ensure the safety of patrons enrolled in registered or drop-in group fitness in the facility
• Promote and market fitness programs; have a working knowledge of available programs provided within the City of New Westminster
• Act professionally and answer customer questions in an appropriate manner
• Has knowledge of working in the public sector
• Safety/Risk Management
• Ensure the fitness facility/area is a safe and inclusive, report any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to the Fitness Leadership Team
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained, stored, and locked
• Able to provide a verbal PAR Q to all new participants at the beginning of classes

Administrative

• Arrange for a substitute instructor from approved lists if unable to teach assigned class; notify the Fitness Leadership Team of absence, notify a front desk attendant if late
• Able to fill out accident report forms when needed
• Other related duties as assigned

If you have the following characteristics and qualifications, we want to hear from you:

• Completion of Grade 12
• One or more of the following: BCRPA Fitness Theory and Group Fitness Certification – Yoga Fitness Certification, Pilates Certification and/or , Minimum 200+ hour Yoga Certification, Barre/Pilates certification from a recognized provider/board
• Minimum Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C & AED
• Strong teaching and communication skills
• Ability to motivate others
• Be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check