Hours: Mondays from 10:30am – 11:20am

            *Opportunities to substitute/pick up other additional classes throughout the week*

Nature and Scope:

The Group Fitness Instructor – Baby & Me Bootcamp designs, modifies, and instructs safe, effective and appropriate Baby & Me Bootcamp fitness programs to meet the needs of members, community and special populations in a group fitness setting. The Group Fitness Instructor – Baby & Me Bootcamp ensures members understand benefits of exercise and feel comfortable with the fitness program. The Group Fitness Instructor – Baby & Me Bootcamp performs work according to YMCA-YWCA values, objectives, policies, and health and safety and risk management programs.

This casual position is entitled to an individual YMCA-YWCA membership.

Responsibilities:

• To engage, motivate and lead individuals in a group fitness class setting safely
• To plan, organize and implement lesson plans
• To demonstrate a commitment to safety in program delivery
• To ensure excellent customer service is provided

•         Model appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values

•         Represent the Association in a professional manner

•         Develop and maintain professional and courteous relationships with members and participants

Qualifications:

• High School graduation/diploma
• YMCA Group Cardio Instructor or YMCA Group Strength Instructor certification (or equivalent relevant certification)
• Pre/Post Natal Certification and/or experience strongly preferred
• Experience as a fitness instructor with group classes is an asset
• Experience and/or training in multiple fitness formats is an asset

• Current CPR (A) Certification
• A clear Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required (prior to start date- not required at the application stage)

Competencies:

• Commitment to Health and Safety
• Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organization