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Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates

Westhills YMCA-YWCA (Langford, BC)

Vacancies: 1

Position: Casual

Placement: December 2025

Wage: $37.22/one-hour class

Hours: Thursday 10:15am – 11:05am

Opportunity to substitute Tuesday evening class.

Nature and Scope:

The Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates designs, modifies, and instructs safe, effective and appropriate Pilates fitness programs to meet the needs of members, community and special populations in a group fitness setting. Reporting to the Program Coordinator – Fitness at the Westhills Y, the Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates ensures members understand the benefits of exercise and feel comfortable with the fitness program. The Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates performs work according to YMCA-YWCA values, objectives, policies, and health and safety and risk management programs. The successful candidate for this position will provide additional shift coverage as needed; availability on short notice for coverage is an asset.

This casual position is entitled to an individual YMCA-YWCA membership.

Responsibilities:

To engage, motivate and lead individuals in a group fitness class setting safely
To plan, organize and implement lesson plans
To demonstrate a commitment to safety in program delivery
To ensure excellent customer service is provided
Model appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values
Represent the Association in a professional manner
Develop and maintain professional and courteous relationships with members and participants

Qualifications:

YMCA Group Fitness Instructor certification – specialty Pilates or equivalent relevant Pilates certification
1-year experience as a Group Fitness Instructor with group classes or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience and/or training in multiple fitness formats is an asset
Current CPR (A) Certification (or higher)
A clear Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required (prior to start date- not required at the application stage)
Competencies:

Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
Leadership
Commitment to Health and Safety
Conflict Resolution
Coaching and Development
Service Attitude/Customer Focus
Relationship Building
Communication
Teamwork

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island

Email:

Please Note:

Application Deadline: This posting will close when a suitable candidate has been found.
Shortlisting: Applications will be short-listed for interviews as they are received.
Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position.
We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer.