Fitness Instructor at Beachfront Vipingo

Job Purpose

• To promote health and wellness by planning and conducting safe and effective fitness programmes, providing professional guidance to guests, maintaining fitness equipment, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable fitness environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness assessments and develop personalized exercise programmes for guests.
• Supervise gym activities and ensure the safe use of fitness equipment.
• Lead individual and group fitness sessions where applicable.
• Demonstrate proper exercise techniques and monitor guest performance.
• Provide guidance on fitness, health and wellness practices.
• Inspect fitness equipment regularly and report maintenance requirements.
• Ensure the gym and fitness areas remain clean, safe and well organized.
• Promote fitness programmes and wellness activities.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and accidents.
• Maintain attendance and fitness programme records.
• Encourage guest participation in wellness activities.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Spa & Wellness Manager.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Guest satisfaction ratings.
• Number of fitness sessions conducted.
• Participation in fitness programmes.
• Compliance with health and safety standards.
• Fitness equipment inspection and maintenance compliance.
• Response time to guest requests.
• Cleanliness and organization of the fitness centre.
• Revenue generated from fitness programmes where applicable.
• Client retention and repeat participation.

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Fitness Training or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Professional certification in Fitness Instruction, Personal Training or Group Exercise will be an added advantage.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience as a Fitness Instructor, preferably in the hospitality or wellness industry.
• Sound knowledge of exercise physiology, fitness programming and injury prevention.