Program Instructor (Personal Training)-EN

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation pay

Group savings plans

Free language training

Job summary

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) invites applications for a dynamic Program Instructor to plan and deliver engaging fitness classes, demonstrate techniques, and adapt activities for diverse participants. This on-site role emphasizes safety, schedules, equipment, and high-quality instruction.

You will liaise with external organizations to stay current with trends, assist with advertising and outreach, and contribute to evaluation and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience leading classes such as group fitness sessions.
• Current program certification in personal training or group fitness.
• CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging fitness classes.
• Demonstrate program techniques and adapt activities for diverse participants.
• Prepare schedules, assemble equipment, and monitor attendance with safety standards.
• Liaise with external organizations to bring in trends, assist with advertising and outreach, and support evaluation and reporting.

Skills

Client focus

Organizational knowledge

Communication

Innovation

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Program certification in personal training

CPR and Basic First Aid certification

Job description

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a dynamic Program Instructor who thrives on creating engaging, safe, and impactful learning experiences. In this role, you’ll plan and deliver classes, demonstrate program techniques, and adapt activities to meet diverse participant needs. You’ll ensure smooth operations by preparing schedules, assembling equipment, and monitoring attendance, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and certification.

You’ll also help shape the future of our programs by liaising with external organizations to bring in the latest trends, assisting with advertising and outreach, and supporting evaluation and reporting. If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, promoting lifestyle awareness, and making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• High school diploma AND some years experience conducting classes, such as group strength and conditioning or fitness classes
• Current program certification in personal training/group fitness

Experience

• Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
• In planning, organizing, and delivering classes
• In monitoring and controlling large groups of participants
• In ensuring safety protocols and procedures

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Language Requirements

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

Benefits Available

• Health Benefits: Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.
• Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.
• Learning and Development: Free second language training.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

Other Information

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

START DATE

September 7, 2026

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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