Fusion Cardio Toronto is looking for a qualified, energetic, and highly skilled seasonal contract group fitness instructor to support their seasonal Adult Bollywood Fitness programs
The instructor must be able to commute on-time to the Bloor West - High Park area on
- Wednesdays at 6 PM (Annex) or Thursdays at 8 PM (High Park)
Instructor Responsibilities
- To instruct a 50-minute fun, safe, and effective class for all levels and abilities with confidence in-person
- has coached women over ages 50+ effectively and safely
- Understands the components of a dance fitness class (warm-up, a cardio component, muscle-conditioning/strength training, dance learning, a cool-down)
- Must have Classical Indian Dance, Bollywood or Indian folk dance experience
- Can cue effectively using a range of indications (visual, hands, verbal)
- Ensures clients understand RPE (rate of perceived exertion) to reduce fatigue and injuries
- Shows up 10 minutes before class to set up and greet participants, and ends on time to pack up, arrange the room, and greet participants off before other classes
- start (time management and arriving early is necessary)
- Able to teach a class in the interest of the group participants (modifying movements for beginners and women with no dance or fitness experience)
- Willing to instruct a small class for older women (maximum 15)
- Shows compassion for those recovering from chronic health conditions
- Can bring their own portable speaker device and music device in case of an emergency (we are unable to make it)
- Able to lift up to 15lb and arrange the room (stack tables/chairs and set aside for space)
- Teaches assigned classes on time and ends on time, unless a delay occurs
- Open to receiving regular feedback and discussing issues/concerns in-person & phone
- Able to communicate all issues and concerns well and in a timely manner by phone and text (including being late, class cancellations, and participants' issues, and
- injuries)
- Shows professionalism at all times (including conversations and workout attire) and upholds the organizer's code of ethics
- Agrees not to promote themselves, their classes/services, or other companies in class
- Able to instruct in a community setting (not a traditional gym/dance studio)
The Instructor Must Have
- A minimum of 3 years of experience teaching Bollywood Fitness/dance fitness
- Must have Classical Indian Dance, Bollywood or Indian folk dance experience
- Is a current Fitness Instructor Specialist, Personal Trainer, Movement/Fitness Coach, Exercise Specialist, Health and Fitness Promoter, Kinesiologist OR equivalent through a Canadian or North American governing body
- Must have a valid CPR Level C/A and AED training
- Must have personal liability insurance
- A portable speaker in case of emergency
- Must speak, read, and understand English well
- Bonus: has online-zoom teaching experience (we run several online programs)
There are 3 parts to the interview process
1. To save time, Sumera will call applicants to discuss their qualifications and availability (from a private caller ID).
The applicant may be asked to attend 2 or more classes for training purposes
2. A mock-up class on Zoom where the candidate leads Sumera through a Bollywood fitness class according to their structure (this will be provided to the chosen applicants)
3. If selected, can provide 2 relevant work references and copies of their certifications, personal liability insurance, valid CPR certificate, government ID, and the signing of an instructor agreement outlining the terms and conditions.
Honorariums
This position does not indicate any employment or partnership, it is an on-call - seasonal opportunity with a flat volunteer honorarium issued at the end of the month for the total number of classes instructed.
$35 flat to $40 flat per class- A certified dance fitness certification and 3 yrs+ dance/fitness instruction experience, a Health and Fitness, Fitness Instructor Specialist or Personal Trainer certificate from a Canadian/North American fitness governing body or equivalent, valid CPR Level C/A and AED, and personal liability insurance.
Cleared Police checks are required for those supporting our kid's programming.
In 2026, the average Group Fitness Instructor rate in Toronto is $32 per hour https://ca.indeed.com/career/fitness-instructor/salaries
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
Application question(s):
- Are you currently a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? If neither, please share your status.
- In your own words, please describe what makes a SAFE and FUN group dance fitness class for adults ages 40 years-old and up. Feel free to draw on your own teaching experiences.
- Please list all of your relevant fitness / exercise certifications below (i.e. dance fitness instructor certificate, kids physical education, kids fitness coaching certifications, Fitness Instructor Specialist, Personal Training, Health and Fitness Promotion, Kinesiology, Physical therapy, Art and Movement Therapy, Early Childhood Education)
- Please indicate if you have any formal Bollywood dance, Classical Indian dance or Indian folklore training and the number of years you trained in it and where.
- This position does not indicate any employment or partnership, it is an on-call - seasonal opportunity with a flat volunteer honorarium issued at the end of the month for the total number of classes instructed. This opportunity offers $35 flat to $40 flat per class. Based on the ranges what are you expecting?
- Please tell us how long you have been instructing Bollywood Dance Fitness or Dance Fitness or Group Fitness? Feel free to mention the studios, centers or gyms.
- Last question, applicants must provide contact information for 2 relevant references for their past instruction experience in Toronto. If selected, are you able to provide those?
- The instructor will be asked to support us on on-call basis in the Bloor West - High Park area on Thursdays at 8 PM and Tuesdays at 6 PM (at the Annex tentatively)
Do the dates and time work with your schedule? Priority will be placed on those who can commit and can commute to this area on time.
Experience:
- Bollywood Dance / Dance Fitness Instruction: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- CPR Level C/A with AED Certification (required)
- Personal Liability Insurance (required)
Work Location: In person
