Part-time Fitness Assistant

Georgian College•Ontario, ON

5d•CA$20 - CA$28•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Barrie and reporting to the Manager, Fitness & Recreation, the incumbent will be a lead contact for daily fitness centre operations and orientations. In addition, the incumbent will act as point person for any questions or concerns by members regarding the Get Active Questionnaire and provide guidance to student staff to ensure the facility meets Health and Safety regulations.

Requirements

Successfully completed a two-year postsecondary diploma in a related field that may include but is not limited to fitness, kinesiology, or health
Relevant current personal training and group fitness certifications (CPTN, CSEP CPT, CEP, NSCA CPT, CSCS, or CANFITPRO FIS/PT)
Must possess, and maintain, current First Aid Certificate, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification
6 months’ experience as a fitness instructor
Demonstrated ability to motivate participants and sustain high energy throughout class
Proven ability to use different fitness equipment effectively and instruct customers on its use
Thorough expertise in the field they are instructing – musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and flexibility training techniques as well as injury prevention
Ability to work non-traditional hours (days, evenings and weekends)

Nice To Haves

Certifications in any of the following would be considered assets: Spin, Cycle, Yoga, Pilate, Nutrition, Nutrition, Pre/Post Natal, TRX, Zumba and Barre

Responsibilities

Providing fitness centre orientations and general fitness guidance to members regarding exercise techniques and equipment usage
Providing health and safety assistance to members by spotting and / or providing individual and group instruction on the use of equipment
Reviewing and providing direction regarding the Get Active Questionnaire which includes reviewing medical clearance and doctors notes to determine access to facility and / or membership privileges
Securing and arranging back-up coverage for group fitness or personal trainers which may include conducting fitness classes or filling in for personal trainers as required
Ensuring fitness centre coverage by arranging back-up coverage for student staff as required
Providing guidance to student staff to ensure safety within the fitness centre
Ensuring the fitness room (MPR) is set-up to meet the needs of the class and that equipment is available for use
Conducting Fitness classes, including athletic conditioning classes
Assisting with Fitness Social Media posts and online content
Assisting with special projects and fitness programming such as 30 for 30, Healthy Living, etc
Lead contact for orientations for members of the Fitness Centre