Yoga/Pilates Instructor, Level 1 and Level 2

If teaching group Pilates or Yoga classes is your passion, then look no further! Burnaby Recreation Centre’s are looking for enthusiastic individuals to lead group Pilates, and yoga classes. Instructors lead exercise programs for adults and seniors, focusing on no impact fitness, posture/alignment, proprioception, balance, core strength, flexibility, and breath and meditation. The incumbent will also perform related work as required.

Pilates instructors must have training and certifications from Physical Mind Institute, STOTT/Merrithew, Winsor Pilates or BCRPA Pilates. While Yoga instructors will come certified with a minimum of 200 hours in training courses through Yoga Alliance. Both instructors will have experience planning and leading Pilates, and/or yoga classes. Other related duties include communicating with program coordinators as well as program/equipment set up and tear down; strong customer service and communication skills. Additional requirements include a First Aid certification and CPR Level C. A Red Cross or Life Saving Society is preferred. This work is suitable to individuals seeking occasional and/or part-time work; preference will be given to candidates with prior experience exceeding six months.

In addition to the valid fitness certifications listed above, we are seeking those with experience and specialty certifications in the following areas: 500 hours of training courses through Yoga Alliance, Chair Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Children’s Yoga; Pilates with Props, Power Pilates, Standing Pilates along with BARRE, Older Adult, and Osteofit. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.

Pay Rate:
Yoga Instructor, Level 1 - $40.95 + 12% in lieu of benefits
Yoga Instructor, Level 2 - $46.81 + 12% in lieu of benefits
Pilates Instructor, Level 1 - $39.38 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits
Pilates Instructor, Level 2 - $50.64 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Please note that the Instructors will be paid an additional 15 minutes for each class for set up, take-down, and customer service.

Location: Various Burnaby locations

Hours of work: Hours and shifts will vary based on the recreation centres and Instructors will be scheduled based on operational requirements. This position does not provide guaranteed hours of work and may include on-call shifts. Due to the nature of the programs, schedules are subject to cancellations or modifications.

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers by December 31, 2026.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers.

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

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.