Aquafit Instructor

**About Us**:
The YMCA of Central East Ontario operates out of three major Health, Fitness and Recreation facilities as well as approximately 20 community locations. Our team consists of more than 350 staff members and over 150 volunteers. We proudly serve Belleville, Peterborough, the City of Quinte West, and the surrounding areas in Hastings County, Prince Edward County, and Peterborough County.

As a charity, we are driven by core values that guide our actions and decisions: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Inclusiveness. The YMCA offers our employees meaningful jobs with the opportunity to positively impact individuals' lives and enhance the health of our communities.

**Position Summary**:
As an Aquafit Instructor, you’ll bring energy and enthusiasm to every class, inspiring members to stay active and have fun in the water. You’ll create a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable, supported and motivated to reach their fitness goals. By combining effective instruction with a positive attitude you’ll help participants build strength, improve mobility, and enjoy the benefits of aquatic exercise in a safe inclusive environment.

**Responsibilities**:

- Greet and welcome members to class, making effort to get to know participants’ limitations.
- Plan, lead and instruct members in water fitness classes according to the class description.
- Ensure class design accommodates deep and shallow water exercises and modifications are offered for a range of strength and mobility issues.
- Ensure class design accommodates range in fitness levels, experience and abilities.

**What you will bring to the position**:

- Lifeguard Certification is an asset
- Current YMCA Group Fitness Instructor (Water Fitness Module) or equivalent

**Experience**:

- Experience preferred but willing to mentor novice instructor

**Working Conditions**:

- Able to work early mornings, afternoons and evenings
- Standard First Aid & CPR C
- Clear criminal record check

**How to Apply**:
**Tiffany Dranski**

**Regional Supervisor of Aquatics**

Applications will be received until July 11, 2025 by 5:00pm

We appreciate your interest in a career opportunity with the YMCA of Central East Ontario. Please note that with the high amount of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Central East Ontario is committed to an environment that is barrier free; if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. The YMCA of Central East Ontario values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-11