Aquafit Instructor

Come join our awesome team of professional and passionate health, fitness & aquatics instructors
The YMCA of Oakville is a values-based association with a goal to make a positive difference in the lives of others - helping others in all ages and stages of life to become healthier, stronger and happier
We are looking for highly motivated aquafit instructors who are energetic about health and wellness and can inspire others to reach their personal fitness goals.

**Location**: 410 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario

**Hours of work**: Part-Time, various class times include early mornings, late evenings and weekends

**Salary & Benefits**:

- Rate of pay $25 per hour
- Enjoy a complimentary YMCA membership and immerse yourself in a range of fitness, recreation, and community activities
- Be part of a strong supportive team of professionals
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Immediate enrollment in our EAP (Employee Assistance Program), which provides you and your immediate family members with access to a variety of physical and mental health and wellness resources

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan and deliver safe, fun and effective aquafit classes
- Modify the aquafit class to suit needs of participants
- Demonstrate the vision of the YMCA by developing meaningful, long-lasting relationships with members through purposeful interactions
- Be an Ambassador for the YMCA through consistent, excellent membership service and support
- Maintain high member retention through the delivery of relationship focused individual coaching
- Monitor all equipment used to maintain safety standards
- Respond to inquiries regarding fitness programs promptly
- Adhere to Adult HFA Policy, Child Protection Policy, health & safety procedures and service standards
- Opportunity to teach additional classes: Yoga, Aquafit, CycleFit, Strength Cardio, Stretch & Mobility, including evenings and weekends

**Requirements**:

- YMCA (or equivalent) Aquatic certification
- Experience in planning, design and delivery of Aquafit classes
- Previous experience instructing a variety of fitness levels
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
- Current CPR and First Aid
- Current Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

The position requires the following Association Core Competencies: Quality focus, Relationship building and collaboration, Commitment to organization mission, vision and values, Communication, Diversity and inclusion, Integrity and Trust.

**How to Apply**:
This posting closes on August 14, 2023.

We at the YMCA of Oakville value the diversity of people and communities, and we are committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are an equal opportunity employer. If you are invited for an interview and require accessibility support or accommodation or have any questions about the interview process, please let us know.