Location: Leslieville, Toronto, Ontario
Compensation: Hourly
Reports To: General Manager
Required Availability: Saturday's 9:30am / 10:30am / 11:30am
About VIMALIFE
VIMALIFE is redefining what a fitness club can be - modern, elegant, and rooted in excellence. Located in the heart of Leslieville, our brand-new boutique fitness club offers a premium gym and studio experience backed by science, community, and high-touch service.
We’re looking for polished, personable, and energetic Group Fitness Instructors to be the leaders of our best-of-their kind fitness class offerings.
Role Overview
We are seeking an energetic and creative Group Fitness Instructor to lead 2 or more of strength, HIIT, weightlifting, and mobility classes. You will design and deliver safe, engaging classes that cater to a wide range of fitness levels and help build VIMALIFE’s thriving community. The ideal candidate will be passionate about movement, have a strong understanding of exercise science, and be able to motivate members to achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & lead classes across multiple modalities. Group fitness instructors organize and lead group exercise classes- these may include cardiovascular programs, strength training or stretching, and may involve creating routines and selecting appropriate music. You will curate and teach classes in strength, HIIT, weightlifting and mobility, ensuring variety and progression.
- Demonstrate proper technique & monitor participants. Fitness instructors demonstrate or explain how to perform exercises to minimize injuries, watch participants to ensure correct form, provide modifications to help participants feel successful, and adjust programs based on participants’ progress.
- Maintain a safe, welcoming environment. You will enforce safety rules and proper equipment. You’ll also help ensure that studio spaces and equipment are clean and organized.
- Foster community & motivate members. Lead and motivate individuals and groups in exercise activities. Maintain excellent communication and customer‑service skills. You will create a positive atmosphere, encourage members of all levels, and align classes with VIMALIFE’s community‑driven ethos.
- Collaborate & promote. Group instructors may promote their offerings through social media, newsletters or flyers. You will collaborate with personal trainers, participate in events and workshops, and represent VIMALIFE in community and outreach events.
Qualifications
- Current group fitness or personal trainer certification from a recognized organization (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM, ISSA, CanFit).
- Specialty certification and/or demonstrated expertise in at least two of the modalities offered.
- Current CPR/AED and first‑aid certification;
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes. Experience in choreographing routines and adjusting programs to participants’ needs is essential
- Working knowledge of exercise physiology, kinesiology and injury prevention .
- Excellent communication, listening and motivational skills, and the physical ability to lead high‑energy classes .
- Availability to teach on Saturday's at 9:30am, 10:30am, and 11:30am with the ability to take on more classes as needed. Ability to stand and demonstrate exercises for extended periods.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive pay
- Complimentary VIMALIFE membership with access to premium classes, facility usage and referral network
- Opportunities to collaborate on special events and workshops in a boutique fitness environment.
- A strong company preference to promote from within
- A supportive team culture that values innovation, inclusivity and community.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00-$70.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- We are currently looking for an instructor to teach on Saturday's at 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am plus additional as needed. Are you able to take these timeslots?
Experience:
- group fitness or personal training: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
