Temporary Part-Time Specialized Group Fitness Instructor

Job Summary – Specialized Group Fitness Instructor

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, plan, organize and lead specialized group fitness classes such as Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi

Responsibilities:

• Lead, Instruct and Demonstrate Specialized Group Fitness Classes
• Provide Customer Service, greet participants in a friendly manner and respond to fitness inquiries within your knowledge and training expertise
• Specific to the class description, Design fitness class using primary and secondary components of fitness incorporating fitness training principles
• Develop progressive lesson plan specific to the abilities of each class
• Demonstrate, instruct and lead participants using varied selection of music, cueing and coaching skills
• Provide clear instructions, explanations and demonstrations of skills and techniques, allowing for opportunity to practice and provide correction with comprehensive feedback
• Provide exercise options for beginner, intermediate, advanced participants if applicable to the class
• Monitor and educate participants on postural alignment and safety, adapting the format of the class to achieve these goals
• Evaluate and manage the effectiveness of class and adjust as necessary
• Administer first aid and complete Public Accident/Incident Reports or Complaint/Enquiry Forms, as required
• Enforce City of Oshawa policies and procedures, including but not limited to: admission requirement standards, emergency procedures (eg. fire plan)
• Open and close program space, prepare and organize program equipment and supplies, perform safety check of equipment prior to being used
• Keep accurate participant attendance records and follow up with full-time staff regarding participants with extended absences
• Follow-up with Program Coordinator on pertinent inquiries or suggestions from participants

Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Possess Fitness Instructor specialist Certification from recognized Fitness Agency—e.g. canfitpro , OFC, Pilates, Yoga certification
• Minimum of one (1) year previous experience in a fitness studio
• Possess and keep current Standard First Aid/CPR 'C' qualifications
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Yoga Certification and/or Pilates certification is considered an asset
• Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with staff and the general public; good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

This position may be eligible for compensation for Prep time.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.