The Sport and Recreation Branch is looking for team players that are outgoing, personable, energetic and knowledgeable. We are seeking Group Fitness instructors that have a passion for providing members with an amazing experience at Recreation Centres across the City. If you are a fully qualified Strength & Conditioning, Cycle, Older Adult or Pre/Postnatal instructor and want to share your passion with City of Edmonton members, then this is the position for you What will you do?
• Plan and instruct exceptional Group Fitness classes that are protected and effective, providing coaching, feedback, modifications, cueing and encouragement
• Provide classes that are progressive, challenging and can adapt to the diverse needs of participants
• Create a fun, welcoming, and motivating environment
• Contribute to the City's Group Fitness Community by communicating in a positive, productive and professional manner
• Substitute classes at various City of Edmonton facilities
• Maintain all mandatory education certifications and attend professional development workshops as needed
• Record class statistics and relay information/feedback about classes to Group Fitness Coordinators
• Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards
• Other duties as required
Qualifications:
• Completion of a fitness instructor certification (Fitness Alberta, Canfitpro, YMCA, or equivalent)
• Cycle: Completion of Spin or Cycle instructor certification is required
• Older Adult: Completion of an Older Adult instructor certification is required
• PrePost-Natal: Completion of a Pre/Post-Natal fitness instructor certification is required
• A minimum of 1 year of related experience instructing adults and youth (ages 13+) Assets:
• Additional Group Fitness/Exercise Certifications Skills required for success:
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Enthusiasm and energy to keep up with the current fitness trends and get adults motivated and moving
• Ability to safely teach a variety of skill levels within one class
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Demonstrate customer service excellence
• Experience working with computers and Google Applications is an asset Conditions of Employment:
• Valid Intermediate First Aid, CPR C and AED Certification is required
• Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton 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
[email protected] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits . Up to 15 Temporary, part-time ongoing positions Hours of work: Up to 10 Hours per week. Evening and weekend work is required as well as working at various City of Edmonton locations
Salary:
$33.00
- $45.00 (Hourly) Talent Acquisition Consultant: PG/RF Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation. Classification Title: PS
- Strength & Conditioning Posting Date: Sep 17, 2026 Closing Date: Oct 17, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT) Number of Openings (up to): 15
- Temporary Part-time Union : CSU 52 Department: Sport and Recreation Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)
📌 Group Fitness Instructor (Edmonton)
🏢 City of Edmonton
📍 Edmonton