Group Fitness Instructor (Cardio/ Strength)

YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation entitlements

Health benefits plans

Pension with employer matching

YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships

Professional development opportunities

Discounted YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor for Cardio/Strength at the Burlington location. This part-time on-site role involves delivering HIIT, 20/20/20, Strength & Conditioning, Cardio Kickboxing and TRX classes to members.

You will work a flexible schedule with mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, providing excellent customer service and ensuring safety standards are followed.

Qualifications

• Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certification is required.
• Group Fitness Certifications such as YMCA Group Fitness or CanFit Pro/ACE/AFAA are preferred.
• Experience teaching multiple group fitness formats and excellent customer service are expected.

Responsibilities

• Direct delivery of Cardio/Strength classes, modeling service excellence in assigned program areas.
• Interact with members, building positive relationships and addressing questions or concerns.
• Create and implement plans for specialty programs including corporate fitness initiatives.
• Provide direct delivery in specified program area of expertise.
• Prepare and set up equipment/rooms and ensure cleanup and reporting of any repairs.
• Serve as a primary contact for members, fostering positive relationships and inquiries.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed for member and volunteer participation.
• Keep certifications and licenses current as required by YMCA and regulatory standards.
• Work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

First Aid CPR-C

Group Fitness Certification

Teaching group fitness

Customer service

Education

High School or better in Health Studies or related field

Health, Wellness & Fitness background

Job description

Group Fitness Instructor (Cardio/ Strength)

Job Category: Health, Fitness & Aquatics

Requisition Number: GROUP001378

• Posted : September 30, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Ron Edwards Family YMCA
500 Drury Lane
Burlington, ON L7R 2X2, CAN

Description

Hourly Rate: $26.14 per hour

Position Grade: Grade 2

Department: Health, Fitness & Aquatics

Location: Ron Edwards Family YMCA, 500 Drury Lane, Burlington, ON

Work Hours: Up to 29 hours per week

Employment Type: Part Time

Deadline to Apply: October 11, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026

No. of Vacancies: 2

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
• Opportunities for career advancement

Position Description

We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.

TheGroup Fitness Instructor –Cardio/Strengthwill report totheHealth&Wellness Supervisorof the respected branch.In this position, you willbe responsible fordeliveringgroupfitness classes suchasHIIT, 20/20/20, Strength & Conditioning, Cardio Kickboxing,andTRX.

This position isapart-time position with a flexible schedule based on programming needs.This may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends with an emphasis on Group Fitness, programreviewsand the provision of excellent customer service.

This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

What You’ll Do:

• Direct delivery ofCardio/ Strengthclasses, modeling service excellence in assigned program areas.
• Interact with members,developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions.
• Create and implement plansfor specialty programs which may include corporate fitnessinitiatives.
• Provide direct delivery in specified program area of expertise.
• Prepare and set up program equipment/rooms and cleans and tidies up equipment/rooms after use, reporting any repairs to supervisor.
• Act as a primary point of contact and interaction with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns and/or questions.
• Ensureappropriate policiesand procedures are implemented andmonitoredto ensure safe and effective member and volunteer participation.
• Responsible for ensuring qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standardsare current at all times.
• Required to work a variety of shifts(includingweekdays and weeknights).

What You'll Bring

• Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• Up to date and relevant Group Fitness Certifications such as YMCA Group Fitness or equivalent (CanFit Pro, ACE, AFAA).
• Previous experience and ability to teach various group fitness classes.
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check as per the Association's Policy is a condition of employment.
• You are comfortable teaching a variety of Cardio/Strength formats with a range of small equipment such as dumbbells, steps, and/or bands.

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of: Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Youth
All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Organizational OverviewAs one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at [e-mail]

Ready to Make a Difference?
YMCA HBB is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) DisclosureArtificial intelligence ("AI") may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. All hiring decisions involve human review.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Required

High School or better in Health Studies or related field.

High School or better in Health, Wellness & Fitness or related field.

Experience

Preferred

Previous experience in teaching group fitness classes such as TRX, HIIT, Strength & Conditioning, and Cardio Kickboxing.