Group Fitness Instructor (Revised)

Avenue.io Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton is seeking energetic Group Fitness instructors to lead engaging classes across Recreation Centres. You will coach, cue and adapt sessions to adults and youth, maintaining a high-energy, inclusive environment that motivates participants.

Qualified candidates will hold required certifications (Fitness Alberta/Canfitpro/YMCA or equivalent) with specific Cycle, Older Adult, and Pre/Post-Natal credentials. Availability for evenings and weekends is valued.

Qualifications

• Certification in fitness instruction from recognized bodies (Fitness Alberta, Canfitpro, YMCA, or equivalent).
• Cycle/Spin instructor certification is required.
• Older Adult instructor certification is required.
• Pre/Post-Natal fitness instructor certification is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience instructing adults and youth (13+).

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct Group Fitness classes that are safe and effective with coaching, feedback, modifications, cueing and encouragement.
• Provide progressive classes that adapt to diverse participant needs.
• Create a fun, welcoming, and motivating environment.
• Communicate professionally to the Group Fitness Coordinators and the wider team.
• Substitute classes at various City facilities as needed.
• Maintain all mandatory certifications and attend professional development workshops.
• Record class statistics and relay feedback to coordinators.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Enthusiasm and energy

Customer service

Ability to teach diverse skill levels

Tools

Fitness Alberta certification

Canfitpro certification

YMCA certification

Cycle/Spin instructor certification

Older Adult instructor certification

Pre/Post-Natal instructor certification

Job description

The Sport and Recreation Branch is looking for team players that are outgoing, personable, energetic and knowledgeable. We are seeking Group Fitness instructors that have a passion for providing members with an amazing experience at Recreation Centres across the City. If you are a fully qualified Strength & Conditioning, Cycle, Older Adult or Pre/Postnatal instructor and want to share your passion with City of Edmonton members, then this is the position for you!

What will you do?

• Plan and instruct exceptional Group Fitness classes that are safe and effective, providing coaching, feedback, modifications, cueing and encouragement
• Provide classes that are progressive, challenging and can adapt to the diverse needs of participants
• Create a fun, welcoming, and motivating environment
• Contribute to the City's Group Fitness Community by communicating in a positive, productive and professional manner
• Substitute classes at various City of Edmonton facilities
• Maintain all mandatory education certifications and attend professional development workshops as needed
• Record class statistics and relay information/feedback about classes to Group Fitness Coordinators
• Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a fitness instructor certification (Fitness Alberta, Canfitpro, YMCA, or equivalent)
• Cycle: Completion of Spin or Cycle instructor certification is required
• Older Adult: Completion of an Older Adult instructor certification is required
• PrePost-Natal: Completion of a Pre/Post-Natal fitness instructor certification is required
• A minimum of 1 year of related experience instructing adults and youth (ages 13+)

Assets

• Additional Group Fitness/Exercise Certifications

Skills required for success

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Enthusiasm and energy to keep up with the current fitness trends and get adults motivated and moving
• Ability to safely teach a variety of skill levels within one class
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Demonstrate customer service excellence
• Experience working with computers and Google Applications is an asset

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Intermediate First Aid, CPR C and AED Certification is required
• Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 15 Temporary, part-time ongoing positions

Hours of work

Up to 10 Hours per week. Evening and weekend work is required as well as working at various City of Edmonton locations

Salary

$33.00 - $45.00 (Hourly)

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