Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

The role:  In this auxiliary role as a Group Fitness Instructor, you will lead, motivate, and monitor participants in a variety of dynamic, safe, and effective group fitness classes. We are looking for an enthusiastic, safety-focused professional who can tailor workouts to all skill levels while providing outstanding customer service.

What we offer: The rate of pay for this CUPE bargaining unit position is $25.83 per hour, plus 12% in lieu of benefits (this is equivalent to a wage of $28.93 per hour). The successful candidate(s) will also have access to a reduced cost Employee Wellness Pass for Recreation facilities and programs. 

Workplace culture is important to the Recreation Department - we are looking for people to join us who embrace our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Communication and Kindness.

Group Fitness Instructor (Certified Instructor I) Job Description

Our ideal candidate must have:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum of six (6) months related experience instructing and/or leading in a group fitness setting.
• Possess and maintain valid certifications for the following that meet or exceed the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA), Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) or Canadian Fitness Professionals (CanFitPro) standards, relevant to designated area of instruction in fitness department:
  • Fitness Theory or equivalent certification
  • Group Fitness or equivalent certification
• Must possess and maintain valid Emergency First Aid with CPR C and AED certifications.
• Must successfully attain and maintain a clear criminal record and vulnerability sector check.

Preferred Criteria:

• Valid certifications in any of the following areas:
  • Third Age Fitness
  • Spin
  • Yoga
  • Zumba
  • Other group fitness speciality

Unusual Working Conditions:

• Work hours/shifts are dependent on operational needs and will be determined seasonally, September to December, January to May, and June to August.
• Hours will consist of leading and/or instructing not more than ten (10) fitness classes per week, and not more than four (4) fitness classes per day.

Posting Date:  June 12, 2026

Closing Date and Time: July 12, 2026 

Posting Number:  26-046

Please Note: We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received, and this posting may close at any time if a successful candidate is identified.

When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position. 

Questions about this position? Email [email protected]