Description
Why should you join our team?
YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in
1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the
city.
Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary
offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community
including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support,
language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned
away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous
donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness
facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs,
empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.
You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work
with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA
offers:
Strength & Conditioning Instructor and Personal Trainer (Part Time)
Shawnessy YMCA
Start Date: Immediately
Salary:
Strength and Conditioning Instructor: $18.00/hr - $20.00/hr (commensurate with
education and experience)
Personal Trainer: $25.49 /hr - $39.90/hr (commensurate
with education and experience).
The successful candidate will have availability on Friday mornings 5:15am-10:00am and
Saturday mornings 10:30am-1:30pm.
You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work
with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA
offers:
· Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for
dependent children;
· Program discounts;
· Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
· Leadership award opportunities;
· Scholarship opportunities;
· Paid recertification and training.
The Strength & Conditioning Instructor and Personal Trainer will:
· Create a welcoming, professional, and engaging presence on the weight floor by
greeting members, building relationships, and maintaining an approachable demeanor.
· Perform regular walk-throughs and equipment inspections to ensure a safe, clean, and
hazard-free environment; provide light cleaning and proactive maintenance as needed.
· Orient members to weight floor etiquette, equipment use and training best practices
through preventative education and support.
· Conduct YFit appointments, intake interviews, and functional movement assessments
to understand member goals, exercise history, and movement capacity.
· Design and deliver safe, effective, evidence-based individual, semi-private, and group
fitness programs tailored to members’ abilities and goals.
· Educate clients on training principles, helping them set realistic, health-conscious
goals and expectations.
· Work strictly within personal training and group fitness scope of practice, maintaining
professional and ethical conduct, client confidentiality, and YMCA values at all times.
· Refer members to external health professionals when needs fall outside scope of
practice.
· Support group fitness classes with set-up, delivery, and attendance as required.
· Recommend programs, services, and initiatives that support member engagement and
fitness success.
· Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow established code procedures.
· Participate in department, branch initiatives, special events, and ongoing professional
development to stay current and maintain best practices.
Requirements and qualifications
At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths,
interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;
· Must hold a current Personal Training certification from Fitness Alberta.
· Bachelor of Physical Education, Kinesiology or related degree preferred.
· Group Fitness certification and experience in Group Strength, Older Adult, Cycle,
Yoga, Cardio is considered an asset.
· Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an
approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five
Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving
Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
· Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search.
· Three professional references required.
What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility.
In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;
· Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future
capacity.
· Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in
mind.
· Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
· Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
· Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to
the vision.
· Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and
stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
· Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to
changing conditions.
Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector
Search is a requirement
To apply
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal
authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency
or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international
recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means
of recruitment both locally and nationally.
Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview. This posting will
close when a suitable candidate is found.
All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or
questions, please email careers@ymcacalgary.org.