Group Fitness Instructor - Kensington Community Leisure Centre

THE ROLE

The Kensington Community Leisure Centre is looking for an energetic and committed instructor to take on Strength & Conditioning, and Strength for Life 'Stay Strong' classes within our group fitness program on a weekly basis.

As a Group Fitness Instructor, you will deliver high quality group fitness classes within prescribed program formats/guidelines whilst ensuring the health and safety of all participants. You will be building rapport with participants, fostering a sense of belonging, and also ensure that the required studio is set up and ready to commence as per scheduled time, and pack up at the end of each class.

This role is ideal for someone looking for extra work, with the possibility of additional hours in other roles across YMCA SA. At minimum, successful applicants must be available Thursday evenings 5:30 – 7:30pm.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 175 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.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

Successful candidates for our Group Fitness Instructor role will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• Certificate IV in Fitness, or equivalent

• Strength for Life Stay Strong Qualification

• (HLTAID009) Provide CPR

• (HLTAID011) First Aid

• AusActive Registration

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job.

THE BENEFITS 

• Above Award Rate - Competitive casual rate for group fitness instructors ($52.50 per hour)

• 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 culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Patrick Schultz on 0435 005 962 or patrick.schultz@ymcasa.org.au.

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.

Applications close 25th of October 2026.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes: 

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

• DHS Working With Children Check

• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.