The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of highperformance sport & athlete development.

The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment. Located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi'kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.

Together, we inspire healthy active living.

Position Summary

The Group Fitness Instructor - Aqua Fitness will be responsible for leading and motivating members and guests of the Canada Games Centre to meet their personal fitness goals. The individual must be participant focused and deliver well prepared fitness classes. The opportunity consists of substituting for classes with the prospect of being added to the regular schedule in the fall.

Responsibilities

• Lead members and guests of the Canada Games Centre in Aqua Fitness classes

• Provide safe instruction to all participants

• Make exercise fun and enjoyable for the group

• Modify class exercises to meet a varied group of participants

• Help participants stay motivated and create enthusiasm around being healthy

Qualifications

Must maintain active certifications as a condition of employment

Mandatory

• Current Certification in group exercise-Aqua fitness discipline (NSFA, CFES, WaterArt, Cala or other comparable certification)

• CPR certification

• Experience teaching in a formal setting

Desirable

• AED Training

Knowledge and Education

• Working knowledge of anatomy physiology

• Ability to create a fitness class and pair music to beats required for specific activity

Notes

• Criminal Record & Child Abuse Registry checks will be required as part of the hiring process

What's in it for you?

• Free facility membership

• Free parking and proximity to Halifax Transit

• Amazing team environment

• Organization committed to extraordinary staff and customer experience

Compensation

• The compensation for this position will be based on a range from $25.00-$34.00 per class depending on certifications and experience

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume, outlining how you meet the specific qualifications listed in the job posting to Wasan Nayfeh at [email protected]. Hiring will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Please include your full name and the position you are applying for in the subject line. Failure to properly identify your application or attach working documents will result in your application being omitted.

We are a welcoming and supportive environment whose goal is to be a diverse workplace representative of the citizens we serve. Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in occupations where they are under-represented, and the LGBTQIA2S+ community are encouraged to self-identify on your application