Fitness Instructor II - Group Fitness Instructor Job Abbotsford area,BC Canada,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

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The City of Abbotsford is looking for qualified, professional, and knowledgeable Auxiliary Fitness Instructors – Group Fitness Instructors, and Cycle Instructors to teach group fitness at the Abbotsford & Matsqui Recreation Centres. The focus is to provide an excellent class for all participants for physical and mental health.

Under the supervision of the Fitness Supervisor team, the Fitness Instructor – Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for planning and executing fitness classes within their scope of practice. The main focus areas for the Fitness Worker – Group Fitness Instructor is inclusiveness of all participants as well as safety. The City offers a variety of already designed and well attended drop-in as well as pre-registered classes that help keep the members of our city healthy and active.

Classes take place in classrooms and weightrooms at the City’s recreation centres.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide a well-planned lesson for each class and adapt lessons to the abilities of the class, including completing attendance reports

Provide supervision and instruction to fitness center patrons effectively and in a professional manner

Provide instruction to patrons for safe use of fitness equipment, review rules, and facility safety

Enforce general rules of conduct for the fitness facilities

Respond to first aid incidents and complete appropriate first aid and safety documentation

Inspect fitness equipment and report repairs timely

Provide outstanding customer service and effective communication

Maintain a clean and welcoming environment to the diverse community of Abbotsford.

Qualifications & Skills:

Completion of Grade 12 and six months related experience in the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Standard First Aid and CPR C with AED certification.

Current BCRPA or equivalent Group fitness certification for the area of assignment.

Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow and carry-out oral and written communication in English

Ability to prepare documents and communication

Ability to apply the theory-based knowledge in anatomy and physiology as it applies to the work performed

Knowledge of the standard of care within your scope of practice

Knowledge of fitness equipment and functions

Knowledge and demonstrated use of email and recreation scheduling software

The candidate is required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position.

The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Salary: $25.92 - $30.49 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits.

Closing Date: March 31, - applications will be reviewed as they are received


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