Fitness & Wellness Instructor

55 Gordon St, Whitby, ON L1N 0J2, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 4:00 AM

Pay Rate: $25 - $35 per hour (training); $17.67 per hour (floor rate). We also offer access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.

You Belong!

We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

We firmly believe that a great team member is somebody that is incredibly passionate about the cause they are advocating for. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

The Position:

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness, the primary responsibility of the Fitness & Wellness Instructor will be to ensure the delivery of quality group fitness classes by leading members through accessible group exercise classes.

The Fitness & Wellness Instructor will promote members’ participation in all membership-based programs and activities offered at Abilities Centre, as well as develop relationships and collaborate with other departments to identify participant pathways that align with member goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Instruct:
  • Support the set up and take down of group fitness classes.
  • Adapt all exercises to fit a variety of abilities in all classes.
  • Exercise creativity and innovation to assist the Senior Coordinator in the delivery of high-quality fitness classes.
  • Enhance member experience by keeping members engaged and encouraged during group fitness classes.
• Culture:
  • Cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment resulting in an exceptional customer experience.
  • Use strong problem-solving skills and ability to pivot services as needed.
  • Establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, staff, volunteers, visitors, and community partners.
  • Foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork and empowerment.
• Other:
  • Collaborate with Senior Coordinator and other staff to handle non-routine customer service requirements with diplomacy and tact.
  • If scheduled, during floor shifts monitor client activity in the fieldhouse (which includes the courts, tracks, cardio, free weight, and Move Strong areas), giving guidance and assistance to members when needed.
  • Attend staff meetings, professional development workshops and organizational-wide trainings.
  • Assist with administrative activities, as needed by the Senior Coordinator, along with other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Education and Experience:
  • Attending or a graduate of university or college program in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or Fitness related field.
  • Required: Valid Group Fitness Certification from CSEP, CPTN, Can Fit-Pro, or similar association.
  • More than one year’s experience instructing group fitness classes and comfortable with leading exercise sessions in front of large groups.
  • Desired: Experience instructing Spin, Yoga, Zumba/Dance Fit, Total Body Fit, and/or HIIT.
• Technical Skills and Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of inclusion, accessibility, and accommodation.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 and knowledge of ACTIVENet or similar recreation management software.
• Professional Skills:
  • Self-motivated, results oriented, shows great initiative, and able to work independently without close supervision.
  • Effective team player with positive attitude, interacting well with members and fellow employees.
  • Good interpersonal and relationship-building skills demonstrating rapport with people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Dedicated to a customer experience that exceeds expectations.
• Administrative Requirements:
  • Required: Current and clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.
  • Required: Current and valid First Aid and CPR ‘C’ / AED certification.
• Availability:
  • Required: Available to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends - consistent schedule to instruct weekly group fitness classes.

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel fully confident in performing all the duties outlined above. Except for the qualifications that say required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or would like additional information about the job before applying, please email careers@abilitiescentre.org

55 Gordon St, Whitby, ON L1N 0J2, Canada