Fitness Instructor

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a variety of fitness classes and activities for guests, including yoga, Pilates, spinning, aerobics, strength training, and stretching, adapting exercises and routines to accommodate participants' skill levels, interests, and physical abilities.

Conduct personalized fitness assessments and consultations with guests to identify their fitness goals, health history, and exercise preferences, and develop customized fitness plans and recommendations to help them achieve their objectives.

Provide one-on-one personal training sessions for guests, offering instruction, motivation, and support to help them improve their strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and overall fitness level.

Maintain cleanliness and organization in fitness facilities, including gymnasiums, exercise studios, and outdoor recreation areas, and ensure that fitness equipment is properly maintained, sanitized, and in safe working condition.

Educate guests about proper exercise techniques, injury prevention, nutrition, and lifestyle habits to support their fitness goals and overall well-being, and provide recommendations for at-home workouts and follow-up sessions.

Promote fitness classes, personal training sessions, and wellness programs to guests, and actively engage with guests to encourage participation, upsells, and repeat visits to the fitness center.

Assist with administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, managing class reservations, and processing payments, to support the efficient operation of the fitness center.

Participate in training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance your skills, knowledge, and understanding of fitness trends, exercise physiology, and guest service best practices.

Qualifications:

Certification or licensure as a Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, or Group Exercise Instructor from a recognized accrediting organization, such as ACE, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent.

Previous experience in fitness instruction, personal training, or group exercise instruction, with a demonstrated proficiency in leading a variety of fitness classes and activities.

Strong technical skills and knowledge of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and fitness training principles, with the ability to design safe and effective workouts for individuals and groups.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and engage guests of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels.

Professionalism and discretion, with respect for guest privacy, confidentiality, and comfort during fitness assessments, consultations, and training sessions.

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required in a 24/7 operation onboard a cruise ship.

Proficiency in English; additional language skills are a plus, particularly languages commonly spoken by our international guests.