As a leader in modernization, innovation, and creativity, East Gwillimbury is proud to be selected as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2025. Located along Highway 404 in northern York Region, East Gwillimbury is a premier centre for growth within the GTA and is also Canada’s fastest-growing municipality (based on 2021 Census data). EG offers competitive wages and benefits and prioritizes the mental and physical well-being of its employees through social events, wellness programs, and fitness facilities. Employees also have access to more than 50 kms of trails to enjoy the beauty of EG while at work.

The Town of East Gwillimbury is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it is important that our workforce reflects the citizens we serve. We respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. Join our team and see the EG difference!

Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, Fitness Instructors are an integral part of the Recreation and Culture Branch. Fitness Instructors are responsible for the planning, implementation, and delivery of assigned programs within the Town of East Gwillimbury. Programs may run year-round or seasonally, however we are specifically recruiting for instructors during our spring/summer months.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and instruct high quality programs/classes for participants of varying ages and abilities

• Create a welcoming, safe, and positive environment for all participants

• Provide adaptations and modifications to planned exercises/techniques and/or available equipment where appropriate

• Effectively communicate with participants, addressing any questions, concerns, complaints, or suggestions about the program; pass on any relevant information to the Recreation Coordinator

• Assist the Recreation Coordinator in ensuring equipment is safe and well-maintained, and report any equipment issues promptly

• Ability/ Willingness to instruct outdoors

• Take attendance at each class and assist with monitoring class statistics

• Maintain all required certifications on an ongoing basis

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated one to three years’ work experience instructing yoga programs

• Valid RYT 200 certification or equivalent

• Excellent customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Previous experience planning and implementing program plans an asset

• Availability/flexibility to work daytime, evenings, and weekends

• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate or willing to obtain prior to employment

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check is required 

Hourly Rate: $45.76 Deadline for applications is July 24, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of East Gwillimbury is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Town of East Gwillimbury will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection.