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Adult Fitness Instructor

Instructors will be responsible for planning, developing, and delivering a variety of quality, safe, and fun exercise classes for members. They must also play an important role in providing encouragement, motivation, and support to help members achieve their fitness, health, and wellness goals.

  • On-site
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • Posted Mar 12, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, passionate and creative fitness instructors to run a variety of classes at our branches. As part of the Y team, you will play an important role in providing encouragement, motivation and support to members to help them achieve their fitness, health and wellness goals. The YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg offers everything from the classic studio experience to aquatic fitness, to group circuit training. No matter what you consider your specialty, we have a place for you! Why work at the Y? * You make a difference in a member’s life every day * Training opportunities for growth and development * Complimentary individual Y membership * Great people and dynamic work environment Are you the right fit? * Able to plan/develop/deliver a variety of quality, safe and fun exercise classes * Ability to lead and engage participants * Able to build positive relationships with members, staff and volunteers What else do you need? * Certified Fitness Instructor through YMCA, MFC or equivalent * 6-12 months experience in fitness instruction * Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification * Strong communication, organization and time management skills Application Deadline: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings. Contact [email protected] The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.

What you’ll do

Instructors will be responsible for planning, developing, and delivering a variety of quality, safe, and fun exercise classes for members. They must also play an important role in providing encouragement, motivation, and support to help members achieve their fitness, health, and wellness goals.

Requirements

Candidates must be certified through YMCA, MFC, or an equivalent organization and possess 6-12 months of experience in fitness instruction. Essential requirements include current Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification, along with strong skills in communication, organization, and time management.

Benefits

• Training opportunities for growth and development • Complimentary individual Y membership

Other relevant skills

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  • Planning
  • Developing
  • Delivering
  • Leading
  • Engaging
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Time management

Job areas

  • Sports & Recreation
  • Social Services
  • Education

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week