Group Fitness Instructor - Yoga

Vacancies: 1
Position: casual
Placement: as soon as possible
Wage: $37.22 / one-hour class
Shifts: Thursday 10:15 am - 11:05 am / Substitute

* Opportunities to substitute/pick up additional classes throughout the week*

The Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga designs, modifies, and instructs safe, effective and appropriate Yoga 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 – Yoga ensures members understand the benefits of exercise and feel comfortable with the fitness program.

The Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga 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.

• 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

• YMCA Group Fitness Instructor certification - Yoga or equivalent relevant Yoga 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
• A clean Police/RCMP Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required (prior to start date - not required at the application stage)
• Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
• Commitment to Health and Safety
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organization

1. Final date to receive applications:
Open until suitable candidate has been found
2. Applications will be short-listed for interviews as they are received.
3. We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
All applications must be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer