Department: Sport & Recreation
Type: Casual
Posted: 23 March 2026
Closes: 26 April 2026
THE ROLE
Do you have a passion for fitness and love helping others achieve their health and wellbeing goals? Are you looking to join an organisation that values your expertise, supports your growth, and makes a positive impact in the community every day?
If so, here's your opportunity to join YMCA South Australia as a Group Fitness Instructor! In this role, you will deliver safe, engaging, and high-quality group fitness classes across a broad range of program formats. You will motivate participants, build genuine connections, and create an inclusive environment where people of all fitness levels can thrive. Through your energy and expertise, you'll help members achieve their health and wellbeing goals and keep them coming back.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Group Fitness Instructor, you will:
* Deliver high quality Group Fitness classes within all prescribed program formats / guidelines
* Ensure the required Group Fitness Studio is set up and class is ready to start as per scheduled time, and studio is packed up at end of class
* Ensure the health and safety of all participants
* Foster a sense of belonging and build rapport with participants
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Y
Successful candidates for our Group Fitness Instructor role will also have, or be willing to obtain:
* (HLTAID011) Provide First Aid
* Professional Registration with applicable governing body (AusActive)
* Certificate III or IV in Fitness or Group Exercise Leader certification (Desirable)
YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community.We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children's services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.
BENEFITSWITH THE Y
* Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together
* YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services
* Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support.
* Career Growth Opportunities - A cultureof empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.
Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now!You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. All candidates are appropriately screened and are in the right roles, including:
* National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
* DHS Working with Children Check
* International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)
To learn more about our screening processes, view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: Safeguarding children
YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children, young people, and other vulnerable people.
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