Job Brief This position provides safe and beneficial fitness instruction for a variety of age groups and abilities. Employment Status Permanent Part time Union CUPE 855 Inside Open To Internal/External Applicant(s) Date Of Posting 22/10/2026 Closing Date 01/11/2026 Duration (if Temporary) N/A Job Title Fitness Instructor Wage $28.35 hourly (2026) Reports To Supervisor, Lindsay Recreation Complex Department Community Services Location Lindsay Recreation Complex Hours Part Time, Normal
Working Hours
up to 24 hours per week, includes days, evenings and weekends Other Current vacancy. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements.
Job Description
• Prepare and conduct fitness classes
• Set up/take down of equipment as required to conduct classes
• Maintain accurate attendance records
• Complete pertinent forms
• Attend staff meetings
• Promote division health and wellness programs
• Perform other related duties as assigned Skills/Education Required
• Minimum Can-Fit-Pro FIS current certification or equivalent
• Experience instructing a variety of “styles” of fitness classes (step, hi/low, muscle conditioning, stretch/relaxation, cycle etc.)
• Previous experience in recreation and/or fitness setting
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR
• Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal and leadership skills
• For skills specific trainers, specific certifications are required
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet and other related software
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, will be required Applicants must be prepared for skill testing.