Group Fitness Instructor (Aquafit)

Date Posted: August 19, 2026 Position Title: Group Fitness Instructor (Aquafit) Location: Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre - 9145 Corbould St #1, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4A6 Term: Part-Time Permanent Hours: 2-10 hours per week Shift: Shifts vary but will include weekdays, evenings and weekends. Shift coverage needed Wednesdays 8:30- 10:30am and Fridays 8:30-10:30am Start Date: ASAP Salary: $31.30 per hour Reports To: Centre Manager Benefits: * Free YMCA Gym Membership and/or Y@Home * Training and Professional Development Opportunities * Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff * Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community *Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms Nature & Scope The Aquafit Instructor will report to the Fitness Supervisor and work collaboratively with other members of the YMCA team to provide a safe and fun aquatics environment. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: * Teach aquafit classes in a positive and professional manner * Build meaningful relationships through positive daily interaction with YMCA members, visitors, and colleagues * Promote philanthropy through the YMCA’s annual campaign * Develop lesson plans for various aquafit programs * Ensure program design, lay-out, and offerings meet the needs of all participants at various levels * Lead program delivery, while ensuring contents meet the appropriate criteria and outline * Perform general administrative duties and record keeping responsibilities * Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures and ensuring they are maintained amongst all members and staff, including all locker rooms and spectator viewing areas. * Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean environment, including all program areas, common spaces, and washrooms * Assist with training new staff/volunteers in procedures and practices * Remain flexible – willing to learn new skills, alter shifts * Attend staff meetings, planning sessions and training events as required * Maintain regular attendance, punctuality and be appropriately dressed and well groomed Qualifications-you bring: * Current Standard First Aid certificate (valid within 2 years) * CPR level C and & AED certificate (valid within 1 year) * YMCA Aquatic Fitness Certificate, or equivalent * Advanced leadership courses are an asset * Demonstrated high level of customer service skills * Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date * Successful candidates will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca Application Process-ready to make a difference? We invite you to apply today and find your WHY! Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre) Application Deadline: Until Filled You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. * If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. * If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests. YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department. Thank you for your interest and application.

The Aquafit Instructor will lead safe and engaging aquatic fitness classes while building positive relationships with members and visitors. They are also responsible for administrative record keeping, facility maintenance, and ensuring adherence to YMCA safety policies.

Candidates must hold a current Standard First Aid, CPR level C, and AED certificate, along with a YMCA Aquatic Fitness Certificate or equivalent. A successful criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search are required prior to starting.

• Free YMCA gym membership • Y@Home access • Training and professional development opportunities • Reduced childcare rates • Priority placement for YMCA staff

• Customer servicePreferred
• First AidPreferred

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• Aquafit instruction
• Lesson planning
• Customer service
• First aid
• CPR
• AED
• Aquatic fitness
• Administrative duties
• Record keeping
• Safety compliance
• Relationship building
• Staff training
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• Program Design
• Record Keeping
• Professionalism
• Group Exercise Instruction
• ADP Workforce Now
• First Aid Certification
• Willingness To Learn
• Administrative Functions
• Planning
• Mental Health
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Customer Service
• Community Health
• Disabilities
• Leadership
• Health Equity
• Lesson Planning
• Punctuality
• People Services

• Sports & Recreation
• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Group Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor
• Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
• Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

10 hours per week