Fitness Instructor – 2 Vacancies

Job summary

Plan and lead diverse fitness classes while ensuring a safe, welcoming, and age-appropriate environment for all participants. Maintain accurate attendance records and promote healthy, active living within the community.

Job details

REPORTS TO: Recreation Coordinator LOCATION: Varies Minimum Qualifications: Current certification in group fitness instruction (e.g., CanFitPro, YMCA, ACE, or equivalent) Current Standard First Aid /CPR & AED certification Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check to be provided prior to commencement of position Experience delivering fitness programs in a community or recreational setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to motivate and engage diverse participants Ability to work independently and manage class flow efficiently Assets: Any or all of the following: Member of Parks and Recreation Ontario Certification in specialty areas (e.g., Older Adult Fitness, Aquafit, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, etc.) Duties: Plan and lead fitness classes including (but not limited to): Cardio, Strength Training, Yoga, Zumba, Aqua Fitness, Seniors’ Fitness, and other group exercise formats. Ensure all fitness programs are safe, age-appropriate, and tailored to the participants’ skill levels and needs. Foster a positive, welcoming environment that supports participant engagement and retention. Provide modifications and progressions as needed to accommodate various ability levels. Conduct pre-class checks of facilities and equipment to ensure a safe workout environment. Maintain accurate attendance records and report any incidents or concerns to direct supervisor Promote recreation programs and encourage healthy, active living in the community. Follow all County of Brant policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines. Ability to work a flexible schedule including day, evening and weekend shifts at a variety of locations in the County of Brant Other duties as assigned Hourly Rate: $29.47 per hour The application deadline is Friday, November 27, 2026 at 9:00am Date of Posting: Thursday, November 05, 2026. The County of Brant is committed to accessible recruitment practices. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

What you’ll do

Plan and lead diverse fitness classes while ensuring a safe, welcoming, and age-appropriate environment for all participants. Maintain accurate attendance records and promote healthy, active living within the community.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current group fitness certification and valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification. A current Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required prior to the commencement of the position.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• safety monitoring · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Group fitness instruction
• Cardio
• Strength training
• Yoga
• Zumba
• Aqua fitness
• Seniors fitness
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Class management
• Safety monitoring
• First aid
• CPR
• AED
• Interpersonal Communications
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification
• Strength Training And Conditioning
• Pilates

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor
• Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
• Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

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