Group Fitness Instructor Trainee - LES MILLS STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT - Calgary

GoodLife Fitness; Calgary; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Free music access

Employee membership

Energetic environment

Job summary

GoodLife Fitness in Calgary is hiring a Group Fitness Instructor Trainee. You will learn to deliver high-energy, inclusive group fitness experiences, while working toward certification and eventual employment as a Group Fitness Instructor.

The program includes pre- and post-training tasks, video submissions, and guided sessions. Prior teaching experience and CPR-A/AED certification are preferred; English communication and a motivated attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching or coaching experience.
• CPR-A and AED certification required before teaching first class.
• Strong communication with leaders and participants.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre- and post-training work.
• Attend and complete training sessions for certification.
• Assist in leading group fitness classes once certified.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Energetic attitude

Education

CPR-A & AED certification

Job description

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR TRAINEE

Who is a GroupFitness Instructor Trainee?

The Group Fitness Instructor Trainee is responsible for learning how to provide a high quality, engaging and motivating experience, that includes safe, inclusive and enjoyable instruction and leadership for participants in all Group Experience classes. They do so by undergoing a live, virtual or self-directed training process, which may include completing pre- and post-training work, filming videos for assessment, etc., with the goal of attaining program certification by the end of the training process and becoming hired as a Group Fitness Instructor.

What will you be doing?

Pre-Training Preparation:

Completes and returns Instructor Agreement, if applicable to program.

Completes specified tasks within deadlines to prepare for completing the training session and progressing to certification, if applicable to program.

Completes and submits required videos to determine readiness, if applicable to program, and quickly applies feedback.

Training Session:

Completes Trainer-led or self-directed learning topics and tasks.

Refines skills related to GoodLife/s/Les Mills Canada’s 5 Key Elements (choreography, technique, coaching, connection and performance).

Attends the session in its entirety.

Post-Training Preparation:

Completes specified tasks within deadlines to reinforce learning from the training session and progressing to certification, if applicable to program.

With the GEDM and Instructor, coordinates team teaching, including practice and delivery of class. Completes final assessment video.

Do you have what it takes?

• Previous teaching or coaching experience.


• Current CPR-A and AED will be required before teaching your first class as a Group Fitness Instructor


• Responds and relates well to Leaders.


• Puts a lot of effort into their activities.


• Personally committed to, and actively working towards, continually improving themselves.


• Pursue everything with energy, focus and a need to finish.

What’s in it for you?

• Paid training to become a certified Group Fitness Instructor at GoodLife Fitness.

As a Group Fitness Instructor:

• Ongoing training, education and development




• Opportunities for advancement in other areas of the company including Service, Sales and Management.




• Competitive compensation including free music, quarterly releases or music rebates




• Ongoing discounts to canfitpro and additional conferences




• Free Associate and Friends and Family Membership




• Fun and energetic atmosphere to come to every day

Compensation:

The selected candidate will start at a base wage of $15.00. The expected annual total compensation is $1,100 determined by the expected total number of hours to complete the certification.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At GoodLife Fitness, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and members feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a manner that respects their dignity and that is equitable. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.