Yoga Instructor

We are a renowned luxury health and wellness group committed to delivering exceptional experiences to our members, guests, and team members. We’re redefining health and wellness by hosting elevated fitness experiences complimented by luxury amenities. Our all in one, boutique studio fitness and wellness clubs, inspire our members to sweat, recover, relax, play, and connect. We pride ourselves on our dedication to service excellence while fostering a culture of innovation and empowerment within our team. Join us as we prepare for the opening of our premier 129,000 square foot flagship location in Ottawa!

Position Overview

We are looking for experienced and charismatic Boutique Fitness Instructors to join our elite team. The ideal candidates will possess not only a strong background in fitness but also an ability to provide a personalized and exclusive experience for our members. You will lead specialized fitness classes, offer tailored instruction, and create an ambiance of excellence and motivation within our luxury fitness and wellness space.

You are a fitness and health enthusiast who is motivated to share your technical knowledge and deliver top-tier, fitness classes, ensuring a sophisticated and engaging environment for all participants. You are a multi-tasker who is able to keep an attentive eye on your class participants ensuring everyone is safe, using proper technique and enjoying themselves.

You thrive on encouraging and motivating members to achieve their fitness goals through group exercise classes. You are personable, often energetic, and always dedicated to helping our members improve their overall health and wellness. You build and maintain strong, professional relationships with members, fostering a sense of community and loyalty within the gym.

You aren’t shy to be center stage and uphold the highest standards of service and professionalism, ensuring every interaction reflects the gym's luxury status and enhances the overall member experience. You are continuously learning, staying abreast of the latest trends in fitness and luxury services, participating in ongoing professional development to continually elevate your skills and knowledge.

This job might be for you if you have the following talents & spirit:

• You’re Obsessed with Results – You know results is the name of the game with training. We need to show clients progress asap or they will be disappointed. You care about clients hitting their goals more than they do.
• You’re A Fitness Enthusiast: You live and breathe all things related to fitness and health. You thrive when helping other achieve their fitness goals
• You’re Friendly: You’re a people person and can easily cultivate positive client relations and retention. You have a friendly and welcoming personality.
• You Enjoy Public Speaking: You don’t have stage fright - you enjoy public speaking.
• You’re Flexible: You can roll with the punches and positively adapt to change.
• You’re Responsible & Reliable: You’re reliable, if you say you’ll be there on time, you’ll be there on time.
• You Have The Technical Knowledge: You’ve got the badge to prove your technical knowledge about your designated boutique fitness class
• You’re Motivated & Driven: You’re motivated and driven. You take initiative. You identify opportunities and issues, and proactively acts and follows through on work activities to resolve them. You’re going to take ownership of the time you spend with us and truly make a difference.

As a Boutique Fitness Instructor a typical day might include the following:

• Arriving to the club 10 - 15 minutes prior to the class beginning
• “Checking-in” at the front desk
• Chatting with members getting ready to participate in class (being receptive to music suggestions, being aware of clients who have injuries and require modification etc.)
• Welcoming members to your class, introducing yourself and getting them excited!
• Conduct class with enthusiasm and motivation
• Remain 10 - 15 minutes after the class to connect with members and obtain feedback

To land this role you need to have;

• Nationally recognized fitness certification
• Certifications or workshops relating to fitness and health
• 1+ years of experience as a boutique fitness instructor is advantageous and preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required to qualify for a pay level increase.
• All team members must have current CPR/First Aid certification prior to start date and must be maintained throughout employment
• A recent Criminal Background Check prior to commencement of training and/or work

Perks of this position include;

• Commission opportunities
• Complimentary individual and plus one membership
• Group RRSP options
• Employee Stock Option Program
• Maternity/Paternity top up
• Complete training and development package
• Working alongside great people in a culture that fosters empowerment
• Career-defining growth and development opportunities

In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Altea Active. We want to see your personal style - what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is with us.

PLEASE NOTE: The purpose of this job advertisement is to provide you with a glimpse into the full responsibilities. It is not a complete explanation of duties, responsibilities or requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer and believes in treating everyone fairly regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally-protected factors. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and upon request will provide accommodations to candidates taking part in the selection process.

We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.