Group Fitness Instructor – Aqua &/or Dryland

The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of high-performance sport & athlete development. The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment.

Located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.

Together, we inspire healthy active living.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for leading and motivating members and guests of the Canada Games Centre to meet their personal fitness goals. The individual must be participant focused and deliver well prepared fitness classes.

Daytime and evening availability required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead members and guests of the Canada Games Centre in fitness classes
• Provide safe instruction to participants
• Make exercise fun and enjoyable for the group
• Modify class exercises to meet a varied group of participants
• Help participants stay motivated and create enthusiasm around being healthy

QUALIFICATIONS

Mandatory

• Current Certification in group exercise – canfitpro, NSFA, CFES, WaterArt, Cala, or other comparable certification as applicable
• CPR certification
• Experience teaching in a formal setting

Desirable

• AED Training

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION

• Working knowledge of anatomy & physiology
• Ability to create a fitness class and pair music to beats required for specific activity

COMPENSATION

Salary will be based on a range from $25.00 – $34.00 per class depending on certifications and experience.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free facility membership
• Free parking and proximity to Halifax Transit
• Amazing team environment
• Organization committed to extraordinary staff and customer experience

Please note that Criminal Record & Child Abuse Registry Checks will be required as part of the hiring process.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please submit a cover letter and résumé outlining how you meet the specific qualifications listed in the job posting to careers@canadagamescentre.ca. Hiring will be on-going until positions are filled.

Please include your full name and the position you are applying for in the subject line. Please specify aquatic or dry-land or both.

Failure to properly identify your application or attach working documents may result in your application being omitted.

We are a welcoming and supportive environment whose goal is to be a diverse workplace representative of the citizens we serve. Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in occupations where they are under-represented, and the LGBTQIA2S+ community are encouraged to self-identify on your application.