Contactor Fitness Instructor Chronic Conditions

Organization:

Strathcona County

Region:

Alberta

Application deadline:

February 23, 2025 before 23:30

Type:

Contract

Category:

Parks & recreation

Description

Multiple casual contract positions

The Adult Wellness Programming team is seeking skilled and passionate instructors to lead specialty fitness programs for participants with chronic health conditions.

As a Contract Fitness Instructor, you will work on a contract basis, joining a roster of instructors who will be notified of opportunities throughout the year to deliver fitness programming. This position requires availability during regular weekday business hours.

Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality fitness classes for up to 20 participants in a safe, engaging, and positive environment. Classes may include individual wellness center programs, group-based programs, and water-based programs.
Supervise participants and create class plans with appropriate progressions and adaptations based on participant abilities.
Collaborate and positively interact with the Adult Wellness Programming team.
Manage equipment, including the setup and takedown of program areas.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Positive, proven leadership and team-building skills.
Ability to maintain high standards of safety, quality, and cooperation.
Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.
Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
Adaptability to changing work environments and demands.
Completion of a post-secondary degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field.
Current certifications in CSEP-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) and/or ACSM-CEP (American College of Sports Medicine).
Experience working with participants with chronic conditions is required.
Aqua-fitness certification (Fitness Alberta, WaterART) is considered an asset.
Group Exercise Certification (Fitness Alberta, canfitpro) is considered an asset.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in exercise instruction.