Description
The Sport and Recreation Branch is looking for team players that are outgoing, personable,
energetic and knowledgeable. We are seeking Group Fitness instructors that have a passion for
providing members with an amazing experience at Recreation Centres across the City. If you
are a fully qualified Strength & Conditioning, Cycle, Older Adult or Pre/Postnatal instructor and
want to share your passion with City of Edmonton members, then this is the position for you!
What will you do?
- Plan and instruct exceptional Group Fitness classes that are safe and effective, providing
coaching, feedback, modifications, cueing and encouragement
- Provide classes that are progressive, challenging and can adapt to the diverse needs of
participants
- Create a fun, welcoming, and motivating environment
- Contribute to the City's Group Fitness Community by communicating in a positive,
productive and professional manner
- Substitute classes at various City of Edmonton facilities
- Maintain all mandatory education certifications and attend professional development
workshops as needed
- Record class statistics and relay information/feedback about classes to Group Fitness
Coordinators
- Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards
- Other duties as required
Requirements and qualifications
Completion of a fitness instructor certification (Fitness Alberta or
equivalent)
Cycle: Completion of Spin or Cycle instructor certification is required
Older Adult: Completion of an Older Adult instructor certification is required
PrePost-Natal: Completion of a Pre/Post-Natal fitness instructor certification is required
A minimum of 1 year of related experience instructing adults and youth (ages 13+)
Assets:
Additional Group Fitness/Exercise Certifications
Skills required for success:
Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
Enthusiasm and energy to keep up with the current fitness trends and get adults motivated
and moving
Ability to safely teach a variety of skill levels within one class
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
(https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Demonstrate customer service excellence
Experience working with computers and Google Applications is an asset
Valid Intermediate First Aid, CPR C and AED Certification is required
Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check
satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
To apply
- Please apply online at: https://recruitment.edmonton.ca/job/56088/Group-Fitness-Instructor
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and
competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and
accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation,
please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits
https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.
Up to 15 Temporary, part-time ongoing positions
Hours of work: Up to 10 Hours per week. Evening and weekend work is required as well as
working at various City of Edmonton locations
Salary: $33.00 - $45.00 (Hourly)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: PG/RF