Fitness Instructor - Aquatics (Summer-Weekdays)

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR – AQUATICS
 (Summer – Weekdays)

Job Summary:

The Town of Riverview is accepting applications for the position of Fitness Instructor – Aquatics (Summer - Weekday) at the Lion Ken Gabby Community Outdoor Pool (1 Killarney Road), from June to August.

This role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction for aquatic-based fitness programs. The ideal candidate should primarily be available to teach during evening hours (6:30pm to 8pm) with the possibility of daytime or weekend classes. The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for designing and leading 45-minute fitness sessions, ensuring an inclusive and positive experience for participants of varying skill levels.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and lead aquatic fitness programs tailored to participants' abilities and fitness levels.
• Ensure the health and safety of all participants by enforcing facility rules.
• Teach and demonstrate correct posture, movements, and techniques to reduce the risk of injury.
• Plan routines (45-minutes), select appropriate music, and design exercises that target various muscle groups based on participants' capabilities.
• Observe participants and provide feedback on technique and safety improvements.
• Instruct on proper breathing techniques during physical exertion.
• Guide participants in maintaining safe exertion levels to optimize exercise benefits.
• Administer emergency first aid if necessary.
• Notify the Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics of any accidents or incidents.
• Report any broken, malfunctioning, or missing equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• *Certified Fitness Professional with FitnessNB, Canfitpro or equivalent certification with a specialization in a minimum of one of the following: Group Fitness Leadership, Resistance Training Leadership, Older Adult Fitness Leadership, Aquafitness Leadership or Yoga Fitness Leadership.
• Certified in Standard Workplace First Aid/CPR considered an asset.
• Familiar with Town of Riverview facilities and general rules and regulations. 

Rates of Pay and Hours:

• $37.49 per class
• Applicants must be available during the evenings, Monday- Friday

*Interested candidates who do not yet meet the minimum certification requirements are encouraged to apply, provided they are working towards obtaining the necessary training to facilitate aquatic-based fitness courses. A training plan will be developed in collaboration with the Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics, and the Town may cover associated training costs.

Closing Date: Deadline to apply: April 6, 2026

How to apply:

Does this opportunity sound like the perfect fit for you? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume to jobs@townofriverview.ca, with ‘Fitness Instructor – Aquatics’ in the subject line.