We are seeking an energetic, engaging, and compassionate fitness instructor to lead mobility, movement, chair yoga, strength, balance, and active aging programs for adults aged 50+ throughout Markham and surrounding communities.
Programs will be delivered at community centres, libraries, retirement residences, seniors' groups, and other community venues.
This is an ideal opportunity for a:
- Fitness Instructor
- Chair Yoga Instructor
- Yoga Instructor
- Kinesiologist
- Physiotherapy Assistant
- Recreation Programmer
- Active Aging Specialist
- Retired Teacher or Health Professional
who enjoys helping older adults stay active, mobile, and independent.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead Chair Yoga classes
- Lead Mobility & Movement Workshops
- Facilitate Strength & Balance programs
- Deliver Active Aging educational workshops
- Demonstrate exercises safely and confidently
- Provide exercise modifications when needed
- Create a welcoming and encouraging environment
- Travel to various community locations throughout Markham
- Track attendance and provide basic participant feedback
You do NOT need to create the programs.
We provide:
✔ Complete lesson plans
✔ Workshop content
✔ Exercise programming
✔ Class structure
✔ Marketing materials
✔ Participant registration support
Your role is to deliver the program, engage participants, and create an outstanding experience.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience leading group fitness, yoga, mobility, wellness, or active aging classes
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups
- Positive, professional, and approachable personality
- Passion for helping adults improve their quality of life
- Reliable transportation
- CPR/First Aid Certification is an asset
- Fitness, Yoga, Recreation, Kinesiology, Physiotherapy Assistant, or related certifications are an asset
Schedule
- Approximately 1–5 classes per week to start
- Daytime and evening availability preferred
- Flexible scheduling based on community programs and workshop bookings
- Ongoing year-round opportunities
- Additional classes may be added as programs expand
- Most programs will take place at community centres, libraries, retirement residences, and community organizations throughout Markham and surrounding areas
Compensation
- Competitive hourly rate
- Paid teaching time
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for certain locations
- Growth opportunities as programs expand
Our Mission
Our programs are designed to help adults 50+ improve:
✔ Mobility
✔ Movement
✔ Strength
✔ Balance
✔ Confidence
✔ Independence
✔ Quality of Life
If you enjoy making a meaningful difference in people's lives and helping adults move better, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your resume and a brief description of your teaching experience.
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
