Fitness Worker I (Instructor)

As the largest city in the Fraser Valley, the City of Abbotsford serves 166,000 residents and counting, located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th, Mathxwí and Leq’á:mel First Peoples.

Abbotsford is a vibrant, cultural and economic hub, home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow, we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.

At the City of Abbotsford, our people are our greatest asset. While maintaining a work-life balance we offer varied and meaningful career opportunities that make a difference in the community.

Fitness Worker I (Instructor)

Parks, Recreation & Culture
CUPE, Auxiliary
Posting # J0626-0836

The City of Abbotsford is looking for qualified, professional, and knowledgeable Auxiliary Fitness Workers – Group Fitness Instructors to teach at the Abbotsford & Matsqui Recreation Centers. The focus is to provide an excellent class for all participants for physical and mental health.

Under the supervision of the Fitness Supervisor team, the Fitness Worker I – Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for planning and executing fitness classes within their scope of practice. The main focus areas for the Fitness Worker – Group Fitness Instructor is inclusiveness of all participants as well as safety. The City offers a variety of already designed and well attended drop-in as well as pre-registered classes that help keep the members of our city healthy and active. Classes take place in classrooms and weightrooms at the City’s recreation centers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide a well-planned lesson for each class and adapt lessons to the abilities of the class, including completing attendance reports
• Provide supervision and instruction to fitness center patrons effectively and in a professional manner
• Provide instruction to patrons for safe use of fitness equipment, review rules, and facility safety
• Enforce general rules of conduct for the fitness facilities
• Respond to first aid incidents and complete appropriate first aid and safety documentation
• Inspect fitness equipment and report repairs timely
• Provide outstanding customer service and effective communication
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment to the diverse community of Abbotsford.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Completion of Grade 12 and six months related experience in the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Standard First Aid and CPR C with AED certification.
• Current BCRPA or equivalent Group fitness certification for the area of assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow and carry-out oral and written communication in English
• Ability to prepare documents and communication 
• Ability to apply the theory-based knowledge in anatomy and physiology as it applies to the work performed 
• Knowledge of the standard of care within your scope of practice
• Knowledge of fitness equipment and functions
• Knowledge and demonstrated use of email and recreation scheduling software

The candidate is required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position.  A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position.

The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

To submit an application, please visit our website

Salary: $23.66 – $27.83 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits

Closing Date: August 21, 2026 – applications will be reviewed as they are received