Department: Recreation & Fitness
Type: Casual
Posted: 31 July 2025
Closes: 30 September 2025
THE ROLE
The Parks Recreation and Sports Centre is seeking an Aqua Fitness Instructor, to join their team at Angle Vale. The Park's modern, bright and open Aquatics area features a 25 metre lap pool, a program pool and a zero-depth wet-play area.
As an Aqua Fitness Instructor, you will be delivering safe, engaging and effective group fitness classes in a water-based environment within format/training guidelines. You will motivate and educate participants through your lessons, tailoring your approach to suit individual needs and working to enhance each participant's experience.
Building strong relationships with participants and fostering a sense of community will be central to your role, helping to create a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and motivated to reach their personal wellness goals.
ABOUT THE Y
YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With 1000 employees (and growing), 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.
Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Along with the minimum role qualifications, successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:
- WETS Aqua Fitness Instructor Certification or equivalent
- HLTAID009 Perform CPR
THE BENEFITS
- The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
- Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*
- Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*
- Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.
- Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community.
- Terms and Conditions apply
LIKE TO KNOW MORE?
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ingrid Pennington at ingrid.pennington@ymcasa.org.au or at 8406 2900.
HOW TO APPLY
Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter
You must address the key selection criteria in your application.
Applications close 30th September 2025.
Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
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 overseas in the last 5 years)
https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who...
YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.