Group Fitness Instructor - Panorama Recreation

Capital Regional District; North Saanich; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Capital Regional District is seeking an Auxiliary Fitness Instructor to deliver high quality group classes on the Saanich Peninsula. The role requires planning safe, engaging sessions and incorporating choreography with equipment as needed.

The incumbent will teach Hi Lo, Step, Total Body Conditioning, TRX, HIIT and Spin while adhering to CRD policies. A Fitness Leader Certification and CPR-C are required, along with a criminal record check and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold Fitness Leader Certification (BCRPA or equivalent).
• Criminal record check is required prior to employment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to lead a variety of classes and adapt to diverse participants.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality group fitness classes meeting community needs.
• Plan safe and effective classes, including choreography and equipment use.
• Follow Panorama Recreation and CRD policies, procedures and standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Group fitness instruction

Customer service

Choreography integration

Motivation and engagement

Education

Fitness Leader Certification (BCRPA or equivalent)

Standard First Aid and CPR-C

Criminal record check

Job description

Job Opportunity

Req ID: 2029

Business Unit: Parks Recreation and Environmental Services

Division: Panorama Recreation

Regular / Auxiliary: Auxiliary

Job Type: Auxiliary as and when needed

Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/JB09

Rate of Pay: $34.59 - $34.59 per hour plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Hours of Work: As and when required - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings teaching group classes and personally training clients.

Posting Date: September 25, 2026

Closing Date: Application review to begin October 2, 2026 - competition will remain open until filled.

Summary

This position will deliver high quality group fitness classes that meet the needs of our diverse community on the Saanich Peninsula.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• The incumbent must have the skill to plan a safe and effective fitness class that is both motivating and challenging for the participants.
• They must also have the skill to incorporate choreography to music and utilize various exercise apparatus such as balls, tubes, bands and light-weights into the lesson plan if necessary.
• The instructor must follow all policies, procedures and standards of Panorama Recreation and the CRD.

Additional Information

• None

Key Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to instruct a variety of classes including Hi Lo Choreography, Step, Total Body Conditioning, TRX, HIIT and Spin (indoor cycling).
• Customer service and public relations experience.

Qualifications

• None

Certifications

• Acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent is required to undergo a criminal record check to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment.
• Fitness Leader Certification (BCRPA or equivalent)
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C

Legal & Diversity

We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during the application and selection process. Your confidential request can be sent to [e-mail]

The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.