Fitness & Wellness Coach

4 weeks ago

Whitby, Canada Abilities Centre Full time

55 Gordon St, Whitby, ON L1N 0J2, Canada Req #40

Pay Rate: $25 - $35 per hour(training/instructing) ; $17.00 per hour (floor rate). We also offer access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.

You Belong

We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

We firmly believe that a great team member is somebody that is incredibly passionate about the cause they are advocating for. As anequal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the process and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

The Position:

Reporting to theSenior Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness, the Fitness & Wellness Coachwill schedule and facilitate an equipment demonstration with all new members, and will identify members’ needs and goals, as well as recognize areas where other departments in the Centre can assist with the individual’s overall fitness and wellness journey. TheFitness & Wellness Coach will work closely with the Fitness & Wellness Supervisor to ensure delivery of quality accessible sessions while they are leading members through exercise.

The Fitness & Wellness Coach will not only promote members’ participation in all membership-based programs and activities offered at Abilities Centre, but will promote our specialty programs, such as personal training, specialty fitness classes, and equipment demonstrations. You will develop relationships and collaborate with other departments to identify participant pathways that align with member goals.

What You’ll Do:
  • Group Fitness.
    • You will s et up and take down of group fitness classes.
    • You will Instruct group fitness classes – you must be comfortable leading exercise sessions in front of large groups.
    • You will adapt all exercises to fit a variety of abilities in all classes/training sessions.
    • You will lead small group training sessions with a focus on quality instruction and feedback, using speciality equipment/training styles.
    • You will design training programs and fitness classes.
  • Personal Training.
    • You will schedule, promote, record, and lead all equipment demonstrations in HUR fitness room for Abilities Centre members.
    • You will schedule and promote personal training and equipment demonstrations, stepping in to work these sessions as needed.
    • You will promote, schedule, record, and create customized personal training programs for clients.
    • You will maintain a consistent schedule to develop personal training clientele is an asset.
  • Support.
    • During floor shifts, you will monitorclient activity in the fitness room; fieldhouse;cardio, free weight,and MoveStrongareas; andstudio; givingguidance and assistancetoclients when needed.
    • You will support theSenior Coordinator, Fitness and Wellnessin achieving monthly revenue targets by promoting programs such as, personal training and speciality fitness classes.
    • You will enhance exercise creativity and innovation to assistthe Senior Coordinator, Fitness and Wellnessindelivery ofhigh-quality personal training,specialty fitness classes.
    • You will collaborate withSenior Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness,and other staff to handle non-routine customer service requirements with diplomacy and tact.
    • You will p romote and inform Abilities Centre members about fitness programming, personal training, specialty classes, and equipment demonstrations.
    • You will attend staff meetingsand assist with administrative activities, as needed, along with other duties asassigned.
  • Culture.
    • You will enhance member experience by keeping clients engaged and encouraged duringexercise sessions.
    • You will cultivate an inclusive and welcomingenvironmentresulting inan exceptional customerexperience.
    • You will foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork andempowerment.
    • You will use strongproblem-solvingskills and abilityto pivotservicesas needed.
    • You will establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, staff, volunteers,visitors,and communitypartners.
What You’ll Bring:
  • Education and Experience.
    • You are attending or are a graduate of university or college program in Kinesiology, Physical Education, orFitness related field.
    • You are required to have a valid Personal Training Certification and/or Group Fitness Certificationfrom CSEP,CPTN, Can Fit-Pro,or similar association.
      • Nutrition, Spin Certification, Senior Fitness, Active Aging, Heart Wise, or related certifications are an asset.
  • Technical Skills and Knowledge.
    • You have knowledge of inclusion, accessibility, and accommodation.
    • You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • You are proficient in Microsoft 365 and have knowledge of ACTIVENet or similar recreation management software.
  • Professional Skills.
    • You are self-motivated, results oriented, shows great initiative, and able to work independently without close supervision.
    • You are an effective team player with positive attitude, interacting well with members and fellow employees.
    • You have good interpersonal and relationship-building skills demonstrating rapport with people of diverse backgrounds.
    • You are dedicated to a customer experience that exceeds expectations.
  • Administrative Requirements.
    • You are required to have a current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.
    • You are required to have a current, valid First Aid and CPR ‘C’ / AED.
  • Availability .
    • You are available to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends – you will have a consistent schedule to instruct weekly group fitness classes and to develop personal training clientele.

Deadline to apply is Friday, May 24, 2024, at 7:00PM

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel fully confident in performing all the duties outlined above. Except for the qualifications that say required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or would like additional information about the job before applying, please email careers@abilitiescentre.org .

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