Group Fitness Instructor (Cardio/ Strength)

Job summary

The instructor is responsible for the direct delivery of cardio and strength-based group fitness classes while modeling service excellence. They will also interact with members to build positive relationships and ensure the safe and effective use of equipment and facilities.

Job details

Hourly Rate: $26.14 per hour Position Grade: Grade 2 Department: Health, Fitness & Aquatics Location: Ron Edwards Family YMCA, 500 Drury Lane, Burlington, ON Work Hours: Up to 29 hours per week Employment Type: Part Time Deadline to Apply: October 11, 2026 Anticipated Start Date: October 2026 No. of Vacancies: 2 Why You’ll Love Working With Us In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer: * Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility) * Competitive total compensation packages * Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility) * Generous pension plans with employer matching * Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships * Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives * Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility) * Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program * Opportunities for career advancement Position Description We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work. The Group Fitness Instructor – Cardio/Strength will report to the Health & Wellness Supervisor of the respected branch. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering group fitness classes such as HIIT, 20/20/20, Strength & Conditioning, Cardio Kickboxing, and TRX. This position is a part-time position with a flexible schedule based on programming needs. This may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends with an emphasis on Group Fitness, program reviews and the provision of excellent customer service. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization. What You’ll Do: * Direct delivery of Cardio/ Strength classes, modeling service excellence in assigned program areas. * Interact with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions. * Create and implement plans for specialty programs which may include corporate fitness initiatives. * Provide direct delivery in specified program area of expertise. * Prepare and set up program equipment/rooms and cleans and tidies up equipment/rooms after use, reporting any repairs to supervisor. * Act as a primary point of contact and interaction with members, developing positive relationships and addressing concerns and/or questions. * Ensure appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and monitored to ensure safe and effective member and volunteer participation. * Responsible for ensuring qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times. * Required to work a variety of shifts (including weekdays and weeknights). What You'll Bring * Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certification. * Up to date and relevant Group Fitness Certifications such as YMCA Group Fitness or equivalent (CanFit Pro, ACE, AFAA). * Previous experience and ability to teach various group fitness classes. * Excellent customer service skills. * Current and satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check as per the Association's Policy is a condition of employment. A Major Asset if * You are comfortable teaching a variety of Cardio/Strength formats with a range of small equipment such as dumbbells, steps, and/or bands. This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of: Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults. Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Youth All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Organizational Overview As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity. We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply. If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at plc@ymcahbb.ca [plc@ymcahbb.ca] Ready to Make a Difference? YMCA HBB is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you! Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure Artificial intelligence ("AI") may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. All hiring decisions involve human review.

What you’ll do

The instructor is responsible for the direct delivery of cardio and strength-based group fitness classes while modeling service excellence. They will also interact with members to build positive relationships and ensure the safe and effective use of equipment and facilities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold current Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certifications along with relevant group fitness credentials such as YMCA, CanFit Pro, ACE, or AFAA. A satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check is a mandatory condition of employment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation entitlements • Competitive total compensation packages • Group health and benefits plans • Pension plans with employer matching • Free YMCA HBB health and fitness memberships • Professional development opportunities • Paid training • YMCA education scholarships • Reduced rates for YMCA HBB child care, camp, and child & youth programs • Mental health on demand program

Listed skills

• safety monitoring · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Group fitness instruction
• Cardio training
• Strength training
• HIIT
• Customer service
• Relationship building
• Equipment setup
• Safety monitoring
• First aid
• CPR-C
• TRX
• Cardio kickboxing

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Social Services
• Customer Service & Support