Aquatic Fitness Instructor
Aquatic Fitness Instructor
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Job Description
The Community Recreation & Culture is looking for energetic responsible and qualified individuals to work as Aquatic Fitness Instructors at various recreation and Leisure Centers throughout the City of Edmonton. Classes include Shallow Water Deep Water Water Works and Aquamat Fit just to name a few!
What you will do:
- Design and lead aquatic group fitness classes delivering excellence in service and programming
- Evaluate and adjust aquatic fitness programs based on participant age ability and fitness level Incorporate motivating music selections into fitness classes
- Demonstrate correct exercise methods and proper use of exercise equipment
- Provide excellent communication must be able to deliver instructions clearly and effectively
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to motivate and encourage participants
- Maintain a safe environment for customers and staff in and around the water
- Attend mandatory in-service training and complete online training when required
- Perform other related duties as required
- To commitment to a consistent schedule. For information on how to become certified visit or contact Loree Biensch
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- Minimum 18 years of age
- Possession of a current leadership certification specializing in aquatics as recognized by AFLCA (Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association) or CALA (Canadian Aqua-fitness Leaders Alliance) or Water-ART or YMCA Group Fitness in Aqua-fitness
- Valid CPR C & AED
- Must be able to swim a minimum of 25 meters (shallow and deep end)
- Must be willing to complete the applicable training programs
Assets:
- Additional fitness certifications Experience leading a variety of aquatic classes
- Valid Intermediate First Aid awards
Skills required for success:
- Must be willing to complete the applicable training programs
- Knowledge of the principles practices and techniques employed in aquatic fitness instruction
- Ability to recognize emergency situations and react accordingly
- To commitment to a consistent schedule
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( Embracing a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion ( of Employment:
- Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
- Applicants may be required to complete a swim test and lead a drop-in aqua-fit class comfortably both in and out of the water
- Vehicle transportation required the ability to report to more than one location city wide is required
Work Locations:
- Various locations Edmonton (City Wide)
Work Environment:
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits.
Up to 6 Temporary ongoing positions
Hours of Work: Up to 32 hours per week ( Paid 2 hours for each class) Evening and weekend availability is required
Salary: $21.557 - $30.023 (Hourly) Please note that a minimum of 2 hours is paid for each 1 hour class
Salary ranges are in the process of being updated in accordance with the recently ratified collective agreement between the City and CSU 52 and will be forthcoming shortly.
Talent Acquisition Consultant: DM/MM
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Employment Type
Full Time
