Part Time - Group Fitness Instructor - Stratford, ON

Group Fitness Instructor

Location : Stratford YMCA, Stratford-Perth

Work Hours : Evening and weekend availability required

Employment Type : Part Time, Permanent

Number of Vacancies : 1

Anticipated Start Date : Immediate

Application Deadline : February 16, 2024

Compensation Package :

Time Off

At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we recognize the importance of work-life balance! All part time team members are entitled to vacation pay earned at a rate of 4% on each pay.

Wellness

The YMCA of Three Rivers is committed to the health and wellness of our staff members. Part time employees receive

• Wellness days that can be used as they are earned
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services
• A free YMCA membership for yourself and your family which can be used to access our fitness centers
• Discounts on programs and services offered by the YMCA including child care

Are you a certified Group Fitness Instructor? Do you have a proven track record of building relationships and partnerships with people?

Are you passionate about helping adults to move more and make exercise a part of their lifestyle? Is making a difference in your community important to you?

If so, this might be the right fit for you!

Who we are

Our purpose as a charity is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential

Guiding Principles

• We are STRONG - strengthened by the diversity of our teams, we are committed to building communities where there is no place for stigmatization and intolerance.
• We are SAFE - through a strengthened sense of community, we encourage personal growth through a commitment to listening, learning and continually working to create a safe and inclusive environment.
• We are CONNECTED through outreach we put our people and community first by listening, responding and adapting to their needs.

What you will do

You will be part of a vibrant team that provides a safe, supportive and motivating environment for adults to achieve their health and fitness goals.

You will help to develop and deliver quality group fitness classes for healthy members and members who may be inactive and / or dealing with chronic health conditions.

You will have an opportunity to travel to different facilities and connect with other communities.

What you will bring

• Group Fitness Certification (Aquafit, Yoga, MOSSA certification is an asset)
• Enthusiasm
• Ability to coach diverse group of people of various abilities and fitness levels
• First Aid / CPR- A

A proven track record of interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with staff, volunteers and clients.

An acceptable police record check will also be required upon hire.

What you will gain

You will join a dynamic team and an organization that has massive impact across our community. You will be joining a local organization, but you’ll also be part of a global movement.

Your work will have impact and the community we all call home will be a little better every day because of you.