Group Fitness Instructor (Cardio/ Strength)

YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford • Brantford, ON

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is one of Canada's largest charitable community service organizations, dedicated to responding to critical social needs and providing solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth, and adults, the YMCA HBB connects people to life-building opportunities, enhances their quality of life, and fosters social responsibility and healthy living. The organization collaborates with community partners to strengthen community foundations for all people. The Group Fitness Instructor – Cardio/Strength will join the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, contributing to making the Y a great place to work. This position reports to the General Manager, Health, Fitness & Aquatics of the respective branch and is responsible for delivering various group fitness classes, including HIIT, 20/20/20, Strength & Conditioning, Cardio Kickboxing, and TRX. It is a part-time role with a flexible schedule based on programming needs, which may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, with an emphasis on group fitness, program reviews, and excellent customer service. This role offers a great opportunity for individuals interested in working with a charitable organization like the YMCA HBB.

Requirements

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• Up to date and relevant Group Fitness Certifications such as YMCA Group Fitness or equivalent (CanFit Pro, ACE, AFAA).
• Previous experience and ability to teach various group fitness classes.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check as per the Association's Policy is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Comfortable teaching a variety of Cardio/Strength formats with a range of small equipment such as dumbbells, steps, and/or bands.

Responsibilities

• Direct delivery of Cardio/ Strength classes, modeling service excellence in assigned program areas.
• Interact with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions.
• Create and implement plans for specialty programs which may include corporate fitness initiatives.
• Provide direct delivery in specified program area of expertise.
• Prepare and set up program equipment/rooms and cleans and tidies up equipment/rooms after use, reporting any repairs to supervisor.
• Act as a primary point of contact and interaction with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns and/or questions.
• Ensure appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and monitored to ensure safe and effective member and volunteer participation.
• Responsible for ensuring qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times.
• Required to work a variety of shifts (including weekdays and weeknights).

Benefits

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive total compensation packages
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
• Opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed