Spin Fitness Instructor – Thornhill Community Centre

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Applications are now being accepted for the temporary part‑time position of Specialty Fitness Instructor I in the Recreation Services - Fitness Department, Community Services Commission.

To apply , please submit your cover letter and resume online by June 30, 2026.

Fitness Areas: Spin

Location: Thornhill Community Centre

Hours of Work: Our group fitness classes run weekday mornings and evenings, and weekend mornings through early afternoon. Applicants should have availability during these times.

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Under the supervision of the Community Program Coordinator, the Specialty Fitness Instructor I will be responsible for planning, organizing, instructing and leading specific fitness classes for various ages and abilities. The candidate will also be responsible for the training and supervision of a variety of participants of various ages and physical abilities and developing a program that recognizes their capabilities and level of fitness within a community recreation environment.

They will also help motivate participants to achieve their fitness goals, while ensuring a positive and safe environment.

• Facilitates, leads and supervises exercise sessions in one or more assigned Fitness areas, including but not limited to Low Impact Aerobics, Stretching/Flexibility, Circuit Training, and General Fitness.
• Provides instruction in a variety of fitness activities.
• Demonstrates correct exercise methods and the proper use of exercise equipment.
• Teaches groups of participants’ flexibility, proper breathing techniques, etc., and how to monitor their progress.
• May also distribute material on proper nutrition, weight control and lifestyle issues.
• Observes participant capabilities and teaches program approach as outlined in program description. May adjust program content specific to the abilities of each group.
• Conducts classes as stipulated by Fitness Supervisor/Fitness Coordinator. Plans routines and chooses appropriate music.
• Sets up and monitors class equipment and ensures its return in good condition.
• Prepares and organizes program equipment and supplies, reporting to the Fitness Supervisor/Fitness Coordinator any items needing replacement.
• Gives all new participant names to Fitness Supervisor/Fitness Coordinator.
• Keeps attendance records and checks with participants who have extended absences.
• Ensures that participants have completed a Participant Readiness Questionnaire.
• Ensures all program participants are aware of upcoming events, program changes or cancellations. Advises participants on program/class procedures and policies, as appropriate.
• Distributes handouts and/or program evaluations, answers questions from participants after each session, assists in performing follow up communications with participants as required.
• Advises Fitness Supervisor/Fitness Coordinator of any customer service issues, complaints or inquiries.
• Unlocks and locks facilities as required.
• Ensures the site, equipment and supplies are appropriate to the activity and environment to reduce and minimize risk to other staff and participants.

• Minimum of one year prior experience instructing a variety of class types such as Step, Cycle-Fit, Aerobics, Strength Training, Circuit Training & Bosu-Ball, Cardio, Kick n Box, and Total Body Conditioning is required including working with individuals of all ages and ability levels.
• Successful completion of the Fitness Instructor Specialist…