Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Position Title: Fitness Supervisor
Location: Langara Family YMCA (282 49th Ave W, Vancouver BC V5Y 2Z5)
Terms: Full-Time Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Shift: Tuesday to Saturday; shifts will vary between mornings, afternoons, and evening
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Salary: $59,000 - $63,000
Reports To: Centre Manager, Langara Family YMCA
Benefits:
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Free YMCA Gym Membership and/or Y@Home
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Training and Professional Development Opportunities
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Extended Health and Dental Benefits
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Extensive Employee assistance program
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Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
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Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community
- Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms
Nature and Scope:
YMCA BC cares about raising healthy and resilient children, ensuring youth feel confident and supported and helping people feel healthy and connected to others in the community. We believe that everyone deserves to be healthy in spirit, mind and body. Our state-of-the-art centres of community offer a range of health, fitness, and aquatics programs for individuals and families.
This role is responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of high-quality fitness programs that align with YMCA standards, while creating innovative initiatives that support member retention and growth. The position ensures a diverse range of fitness offerings for all ages, abilities, and experience levels, while supporting daily fitness operations to maintain consistent program quality and an exceptional member experience. Additionally, it provides leadership to Personal Trainers and Group Fitness volunteers through recruitment, training, scheduling, and ongoing engagement, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. A strong focus is placed on participant and staff safety by adhering to YMCA protocols, building positive member relationships, resolving concerns, and partnering with the Member Experience Team to enhance satisfaction and retention. The role also works closely with the Centre Manager and Member Experience Team to support branch objectives and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Major Responsibilities: in this position, you will:
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Ensure the delivery of high-quality fitness programs that meet YMCA standards, providing inclusive and engaging experiences that support the diverse needs of members.
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Recruit, train, develop, recognize, and support Group Fitness Volunteers to maintain a diverse and comprehensive group fitness schedule.
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Hire, onboard, supervise, and support Personal Trainers, ensuring the effective delivery of personal training services while driving revenue growth and managing payroll processes.
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Monitor program participation, member feedback, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and enhanced member engagement.
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Maintain compliance with YMCA health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring the safety of participants, staff, volunteers, and facility assets.
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Oversee the fitness floor and equipment maintenance, addressing operational issues, coordinating with Facilities, and recommending equipment upgrades or enhancements as needed.
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Foster member engagement and retention by partnering with the Member Experience Team to deliver The Y Way, create meaningful member experiences, and effectively resolve member concerns or conflicts.
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Provide leadership and operational oversight by acting as Duty Staff when required, supporting frontline staff, coordinating personal training operations, ensuring service quality and payroll accuracy, and maintaining strong relationships with fitness volunteers through ongoing communication, recognition, and support.
Qualifications-you bring:
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Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience leading diverse teams of staff and volunteers
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Recommended Post-Secondary Education/training in health/fitness related field (Kinesiology, Personal Training, Group Fitness Instructor Certification)
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Minimum of 5 years of experience working in the Health/ Fitness industry
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Proven knowledge in the areas of exercise science, nutrition, choreography, and fitness trends
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Current YMCA Group Fitness Instructor Certification or equivalent an asset
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YMCA Personal Training Certification or equivalent an asset
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Experience instructing Group Fitness classes
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Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate
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Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
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Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.
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Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
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Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.
About YMCA BC:
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.
As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.
We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.
YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca
Application Process-ready to make a difference?
We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!
Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself > Talent > Career Centre)
Application Deadline: July 30, 2026
Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.
You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.
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If short-listed for a position: We will contact you to move forward to the next step.
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If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.
Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application.
