Group Fitness - Aquafit Instructor

YMCA of Niagara; Welland; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Niagara is seeking a dedicated Group Fitness Aquafit Instructor in Welland. You will lead safe, engaging aquafit sessions, ensure participant safety, and provide excellent customer service to YMCA members and guests.

Responsibilities include prep before class, adapting to all levels, and promoting YMCA fitness programs while upholding YMCA Canada fitness principles and values.

Qualifications

• Current Aquafit Instructor certification required.
• Minimum 1 year Aquafit class experience preferred.
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in related field is an asset.
• PVSC clearance for YMCA of Niagara required upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellence in the quality of Aquafit instruction at the YMCA.
• Create a positive experience for participants through customer service and enthusiasm.
• Maintain open communication with members, staff and volunteers.
• Arrive at least ten minutes before class and be prepared to teach.
• Offer high and low options to accommodate all ability levels.
• Set up/clean up equipment and adhere to YMCA fitness principals.

Education

Aquafit Instructor certification

First Aid CPR C & AED

PVSC/Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $18.57 CAD to $19.14 CAD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are made within the noted range based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Group Fitness - Aquafit Instructor

Location

Pay

$18.57 - $19.14 per hour

YMCA Membership benefits upon hire

Employment Type

Part Time: Up to 15 hours per week
Occasional early mornings, evening & weekend hours

2

Placement Date

September 2026

Work for a charity that ignites the potential in people. Every. Single. Day.

At the YMCA of Niagara, you’ll be part of a purpose-led organization with a clear focus on community well-being. Our work is powered by relationships and grounded in inclusion. We support people of all ages and circumstances with opportunities that build health, belonging, and connection so individuals and families can grow, lead, and give back.

For more than 165 years, we have been part of the fabric of this region, evolving alongside Niagara and showing up where the need is greatest. With a presence in over 125 program sites, we continue to expand what well-being can look like, creating welcoming spaces where more people can participate and feel they belong.

Guided by our shared values of caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility, the YMCA offers meaningful roles where your work is felt every day. If you’re ready to bring energy and care to a team that keeps moving forward, you’ll find purpose here.

NATURE & SCOPE

To contribute to the well-being of YMCA members by leading them through safe and productive exercises in aquafit classes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide excellence in the quality of instruction of Aquafit classes at the YMCA.
• Generate positive experiences for each individual that you meet through excellence in customer service, positivity and excitement, and relationship building opportunities.
• Create an environment that fosters open communication with members, staff and volunteers.
• Provide a safe environment that fosters a sense of fun and enthusiastic atmosphere.
• Required to arrive to classes at least ten minutes before classes.
• Arrive to class prepared to teach an appropriate fitness class that matches the class description, available equipment and participant needs.
• Provide high and low options in order to have individuals at all levels participate in the class.
• Set up/clean up any necessary equipment for the class.
• Educate and motivate Group participants following YMCA Canada fitness principals.
• Demonstrate and role model proper fitness form and technique.
• Promote YMCA Group Fitness programs to individuals who are not currently engaged in YMCA Group Fitness offerings.
• Act as a positive YMCA ambassador in the branch and community.
• Maintain all required qualifications, certifications and up to date knowledge of group fitness trends.
• Attend all staff meetings and ongoing education opportunities.
• Understand and support YMCA philanthropic initiatives and events.
• Share appropriate information with class participants about other YMCA programs and services.
• Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining Y WAY standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility, an ability to adapt to situations as they arise, and support with class coverage when required.
• Work as part of a team to help members achieve their health and fitness goals and retain them as YMCA members.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current and relevant Aquafit Instructor certification.
• Minimum 1-year practical experience delivering Aquafit based classes preferred.
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Recreation, or a related field, or current enrollment in such a program, is an asset.
• Current Intermediate / Standard First Aid with CPR C & AED from an approved agency.
• Upon hiring, applicants 18 years of age and older must submit a clear and satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.

COMPETENCIES

Relationship Building and Collaboration

Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.

Concern for Health and Safety

Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.

Quality Focus

Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.

Service Orientation

Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance every person's YMCA experience.

Teamwork

Actively builds teams and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness.

Commitment to Vision and Values

Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and an appreciation for the mission, vision, values.