Strength & Conditioning Instructor and Personal Trainer (Part Time)

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.

• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.

• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.

• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.

• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.

• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.

• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Strength & Conditioning Instructor and Personal Trainer (Part Time)
Shawnessy YMCA
Start Date: Immediately
Hours - Saturdays - 12:30 pm - 5:15 pm with the ability to pick up shifts
Salary: Strength and Conditioning Instructor: $16.40/hr - $20.15/hr (commensurate with education and experience), Personal Trainer: $25.49 /hr - $39.90/hr (commensurate with education and experience).

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;

• Bachelor of Physical Education, Kinesiology or related degree preferred;
• Experience in a fitness or exercise related field;
• YMCA Personal Training Certification or equivalent (eg. AFLCA Resistance Training certificate;)
• CSEP-Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) or CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certificate (CEP preferred) is considered an asset;
• Current Intermediate (Standard) First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months);
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Three professional references required.

The Strength & Conditioning Instructor and Personal Trainer will:

• Provide excellent customer service by identifying the needs and wants of members/participants as a priority and responding in an effective and timely manner;
• Perform program and instructional duties as outlined by the Health & Fitness Supervisor;
• Provide leadership to member special events and workshops/presentations as outlined by the Health & Fitness Supervisor;
• Assist with the supervision of all volunteers working in the conditioning center;
• Show members how to use the cardio equipment and strength and conditioning machines;
• Provide a strong presence on the strength and conditioning floor, engaging with and assisting members, answering questions, providing adult and youth orientations while role modeling positive behaviors;
• Use the Engage more tool to facilitate meaningful and goal focused relationship-building with members;
• Encourage members to participate “activity challenges/events” offered;
• Actively solicit members’ feedback regarding the YMCA and facilities;
• Actively identify members who need an orientation program or follow-up;
• Scan the environment and ensure the conditioning centre’s equipment is clean, in good repair, and that safety hazards are removed.

Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview. This posting will close when a suitable candidate is found.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email [email protected].

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