Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading community organization as a Group Fitness Instructor. This part-time role involves leading group wellness classes, motivating clients, and fostering a supportive environment for health and fitness. With a rich history of serving the community, this position offers a chance to inspire others while enjoying flexible hours and a family-friendly atmosphere. If you're passionate about fitness and community engagement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact and help others achieve their wellness goals.

Benefits

Free Personal Membership

10% off Family Membership

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Team bonding events

Flexible hours and scheduling

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-6 months experience in group fitness instruction required.
• Possession of First Aid and CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Instruct safe and effective group wellness classes.
• Motivate clients and maintain effective communication with YMCA staff.
• Build relationships with members and promote YMCA programs.

Skills

Group Fitness Instruction

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Player

Physical Fitness

First Aid and CPR Certification

WHMIS Certification

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Kinesiology or Human Kinetics

Job description

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth, and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect, and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind, and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

We are currently looking for a Group Fitness Instructor to join our team of committed professionals. This part-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham location in Sudbury.

Under the leadership of the Health & Wellness Supervisor, the Group Fitness Instructor facilitates group wellness classes including class preparation and choreography. This position also conducts tours to members and potential members, executes member retention tasks, follows up with potential members, and actively engages and builds relationships with members participating in their group wellness classes. This job is also responsible for the safety of members and participants while in group fitness classes.

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Sudbury, ON

RATE OF PAY: TBD

HOURS: Variable

Major Responsibilities

• Instruct safe and effective group wellness classes
• Motivate and inspire clients to attain goals
• Be a positive role model for members
• Proactively recruit members to participate in group wellness classes
• Maintain effective communication with clients and YMCA staff
• Plan, choreograph, and train in all areas of group wellness
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed in a timely fashion
• Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization

Qualifications

• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Kinesiology or Human Kinetics, or a related field of study
• Three to six months of experience instructing group fitness classes required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and a strong team player
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Physically fit
• Demonstration/Performance of exercises
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• WHMIS Certification
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

What We Offer

• Free Personal Membership and 10% off Family Membership
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
• Team bonding and employee recognition events
• Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
• Flexible hours and scheduling, depending on role

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family-friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by November 5, 2024 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.