Group Fitness Instructor

Worklink; Colwood; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Counselling services

Staff facility pass

Job summary

West Shore Parks & Recreation Society in Colwood, BC, is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to plan and lead a variety of group classes under the direction of the Fitness Coordinator. The role requires current registration as a group fitness instructor with recognized certs and at least one year of experience delivering safe, engaging classes such as indoor cycling, boot camp, and circuit training.

In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to counselling and a staff facility

Qualifications

• Current registration as a group fitness instructor with a recognized certifying body (e.g., BCRPA, Canfitpro, CSEP, ACE, ACSM, NFLA, ISSA)

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of group fitness classes and ensure their content and music are appropriate for participants' levels.
• Ensure exercises are safe and suitable for the class and promote safe practices.
• Set up and clean up class equipment and promote fitness programs and services.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Group fitness instructor certification

Job description

POSITION:

Group Fitness Instructor

SALARY:

$30.14 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits (2025 rates)

CLASSIFICATION:

JB08, Instructional Team Leader I

HOURS OF WORK:

3-5 hours per week primarily Mondays from 10:00AM to 11:00AM, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00AM to 10:00AM. Must be able to work a variety of shifts to meet operational needs.

STATUS:

Auxiliary

CLOSING DATE:

October 27th, 2026, at 12:00PM

COMPETITION:

26-86

SUMMARY:

West Shore Parks & Recreation Society is seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are passionate about health, fitness, and contributing to the well-being of our community. Under the direction of the Fitness Coordinator, the Group Fitness Instructor plans and leads a variety of group fitness classes.

In addition to great wages, employees receive access to counselling, and a staff facility pass which provides drop-in use of the weightroom, fitness classes, skating, the pool and our 9-hole golf course.

JOB DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Ensures program content and music are appropriate for the class, and exercises are safe and suitable for the level of participants. Fitness class formats include indoor cycling, boot camp, circuit training, strength and conditioning, low impact cardio, parent and tot, and others. Instructors are responsible for setup/clean-up of class equipment and promotion of fitness programs and services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration as a group fitness instructor (BCRPA, Canfitpro, CSEP, ACE, ACSM, Canada Fitness Education Services, NFLA, ISSA, or an approved equivalent).
• Minimum one-year experience instructing safe group fitness classes.
• Indoor cycling certification is an asset.
• Lesson planning, strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Demonstrated experience in public relations, professionalism, and strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment, as well as to work independently.
• Current Emergency First Aid with a minimum level of CPR A/AED is required, though CPR level C/AED is preferred.

A clear and current criminal record check (employer initiated) is a condition of employment and is the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.