Aqua Fitness Instructor - Loyalist Township

Loyalist Township is a growing community of over 18,000 residents situated on the north shore of Lake Ontario between the Town of Greater Napanee and the City of Kingston. The Township is a blend of rural and urban areas with a number of smaller hamlets throughout, including its very own island community, accessible by ferry. It is an outdoor-lovers dream, with a Great Lake on the doorstep and beautiful Canadian shield lakes and provincial parks minutes away to the north. Next door is the historic City of Kingston, which boasts an amazing downtown core right on Lake Ontario, full of excellent restaurants and nightlife offerings. We are also connected to large urban centres by the 401, with the GTA two hours to the west and Ottawa two hours to the east.

It’s an exciting time to join Loyalist Township! Be part of something new and make a splash in your community at our brand-new aquatics facility at the WJ Henderson Community Centre. If you’re passionate about aquatic fitness, teamwork, and creating a fun, welcoming environment, this is your moment. Dive in and join us today!

This role is an integral part of service delivery for residents and visitors of Loyalist Township. Reporting to the Aquatics Coordinator, the Aqua Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing a safe aquatic environment and delivering high quality instruction in a variety of Aquatic Fitness programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a fun and safe aquatic environment for patrons.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service.
• Enforce pool rules and policies in a polite and professional manner.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to the Aquatics Coordinator; ensure equipment is properly maintained and stored; maintain a clean working environment.
• Instruct Aqua Fitness classes according to the principles of certifying body, including providing feedback to participants to ensure they are performing exercises correctly and minimizing risk of injury.
• Complete administrative tasks as needed including completing any incident/accident reports when required.
• Respond to emergencies by supporting the Lifeguards on duty and assisting in any First Aid as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

*Note: All activities are expected to be performed in a safe manner, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, along with Corporate Safety policies, procedures and programs. In addition, all necessary personal protective equipment must be used and maintained in good condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Current Aqua Fitness certification from CALA, WaterArt, YMCA or of equal merit.
• Standard First Aid; CPR-C Certification.

Experience

• No previous experience required.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Must be reliable, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable in the field of fitness and wellness and have strong leadership skills.
• Ability to create and plan a high-quality class routine.
• Ability to motivate participants to be engaged and get the greatest benefit out of their workout experience.
• Knowledge of how to safely use water fitness equipment and how to instruct others in the safe use of the equipment
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends and statutory holidays

Other Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Obtain and maintain satisfactory vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check (CPIC).

Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal-Other aquatics staff, Facility Operators, other recreation team members.
• External-Community groups, clubs, patrons and members of the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Indoor pool environment
• Exposure to noise (patrons, whistles)
• Exposure to chemicals used in the pool
• Heat & humidity of pool environment
• Must be able to stand/walk on pool desk for prolonged periods
• Constant visual awareness of surroundings.
• Lift Weight: Carrying equipment (<50kgs)

Note: The foregoing is intended to outline the general description of duties and responsibilities for this position. It is not intended, nor should it be interpreted as a complete description. Loyalist Township reserves the right to amend this position description at any time.

Loyalist Township values a diverse workforce and looks to attract and retain people who will work together to provide excellent service to our residents, visitors, business partners, and each other. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with a team of professionals dedicated to promoting the quality of life and prosperity of our community, come join us!

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Loyalist Township is pleased to accommodate the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources team at hr@loyalist.ca or 613-386-7351 ext. 149 if you require accommodation.

How to Apply: 

Interested applicants are invited to apply online through our Careers website by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2026.