| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4541 |
| Organization | YMCA-YWCA Vancouver Island |
| Position | Volunteer Group Fitness Instructor - Yoga - Downtown Y |
| Impact Statement | The Volunteer Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga designs, modifies, and instructs safe, effective and appropriate Yoga programs to meet the needs of members, community and special populations in a group fitness setting. Reporting to the Program Coordinator – Fitness at the Downtown Y, the Volunteer Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga ensures members understand the benefits of exercise and feel comfortable with the fitness program. The volunteer will perform work according to YMCA-YWCA values, objectives, policies, and health and safety and risk management programs. |
| Description |
Responsibilities: • To engage, motivate and lead individuals in a group fitness class setting safely • To plan, organize and implement lesson plans • To demonstrate a commitment to safety in program delivery • To ensure excellent customer service is provided • Model appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values • Represent the Association in a professional manner • Develop and maintain professional and courteous relationships with members and participants Qualifications: • YMCA Group Fitness Instructor certification – Yoga or equivalent relevant Yoga certification • 1-year experience as a Group Fitness Instructor with group classes or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Experience and/or training in multiple fitness formats is an asset • Current CPR A required • A clear Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required: FREE TO OBTAIN FOR VOLUNTEERING |
| Training Details | orientation provided on first day. See details in position description for certification requirements. |
| Working Conditions | Downtown Y facility at the Bay Center, Victoria, BC |
| Minimum Duration | More than 1 year |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Recreation/Sports |
| Skill(s) | Verbal Communication, Motivate Others, Empathy, Respect, Self-Motivation |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | https://vancouverislandy.com/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Dina Correale |
| Phone | 2503867511 |
| Address | 1314 Lakepoint Way Victoria, V9B 0S2 |