Fitness Instructor

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About the Role:

Cambridge Muslim Society is continuing its fitness initiative to support seniors in our community by promoting gentle movement, mobility, and strength-building. We are looking for an energetic and compassionate instructor to lead fitness sessions designed specifically for older adults with varying physical abilities.

As a Fitness Instructor, you will play a key role in enhancing the physical wellbeing and social connection of our seniors. Success in this role means creating a safe, welcoming environment and encouraging consistent participation through engaging and adaptable exercise routines.

Responsibilities:

• Lead 2 weekly group fitness sessions tailored to the needs of seniors.
• Create and adapt exercise routines to accommodate various mobility and physical ability levels.
• Promote gentle movement, flexibility, balance, and strength-building exercises.
• Foster an encouraging, inclusive, and supportive environment for participants.
• Provide individual support and modifications as needed during sessions.
• Collaborate with CMS staff to organize class schedules, materials, and track participant attendance and engagement.
• Monitor participant progress and adjust programs as needed to ensure safety and comfort.

Qualifications:

• Background in fitness instruction, kinesiology, physical education, or a related field (certification preferred).
• Experience leading group fitness classes, preferably with seniors or individuals with varying physical abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Ability to create safe, accessible, and enjoyable workout experiences.
• Proficient in English; knowledge of Hindi/Urdu is a strong asset.
• Organized, reliable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50.00-$58.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Language:

• Hindi or Urdu (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Personal Trainer (required)

Location:

• Cambridge, ON N1R 7H9 (preferred)

Work Location: In person