42 Fitness Instructor jobs in South Africa

Company Description

Virgin Active South Africa is part of the Virgin Group, operating over 130 clubs with nearly 6000 employees. We are on a mission to make exercise irresistible through our unique values: Insatiable Curiosity, Smart Disruptions, Heartfelt Service, Delightfully Surprising, Straight Up, and Red Hot. Our focus is to make gym easy and redefine health club luxury, striving for excellence in everything we do.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Fitness Instructor located in the City of Cape Town. The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for leading group exercise classes, providing personal training sessions, ensuring excellent customer service, and promoting fitness programs. Daily tasks include creating workout plans, guiding clients through exercises, and maintaining a positive and motivating environment within the fitness club.

Qualifications

• Group Exercise and Fitness Instruction skills
• Experience in Personal Training and the Fitness Industry
• Exceptional Customer Service skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire clients
• Relevant certifications in fitness training and instruction
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in fitness environments
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Duties/Pligte

• Assisting members in completing various health and fitness assessments.
• Prescribing effective exercise programmes and advice to members, depending on the individual needs of the member.
• Correcting exercise techniques where and when appropriate and providing alternative exercises to members based on their needs.
• Being solution-driven and assisting members in solving any queries that may arise from time to time.
• Establishing, maintaining and growing sound, positive relationships with fellow staff and organisational departments, suppliers, vendors, tenants and gym members.
• Ensuring that all weights and equipment are neatly and correctly stored and accessible at all times.
• Ensuring that members adhere to the various access control processes.
• Willingness to teach floor and studio-based exercises set to music (express classes).
• Ensuring ethical, honest and responsible conduct at all times.
• Ensuring adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, gym rules and organisational policy and procedures at all times.
• Performing all necessary administrative functions for the position.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Relevant qualification in Fitness.
• Experience in the sport/health/fitness industry, including experience with gym equipment, exercise benefits, physical and health assessments and the interpretation thereof.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft).
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a team within a diverse work environment.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Willingness and availability to work after hours and on weekends.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling None.

Your Purpose.

• To inspire people to live active lives
• The role of the Fitness Instructor is to promote our world-class fitness products and to increase member retention through effective new member induction. This role will also be responsible to promote existing and new fitness initiatives as well as products and services to members.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• To at all times do your bit towards achieving our purpose to Inspire people to live an active life, this is achieved by believing and living our values through all we do, always innovating, inspiring people, have fun and do the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to achieve member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member retention
• Adhering to operational & administrative requirements
• Ensure the health and safety of members at all times
• Actively managing ongoing training and self-development to keep abreast of industry changes
• Actively assist and promote the ancillary products and services available to members

Our Minimum Requirements.

We can't live without.

• Matric qualification
• Industry recognized fitness qualification essential
• A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be a people's person and be able to assist and guide our members

We'd like you to have…

• Adaptability (must be able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment)
• Be curious (must be willing to succeed, seek opportunities to learn and grow)
• Have a winning mentality (must be willing to go over and above to achieve success)
• Must be motivated to achieve success.
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives.
• A Growth mindset
• The ability to work independently.
• Trustworthiness (must always act in doing the right thing)
• A drive to create moments of magic for our members.
• The ability to make decisions and take ownership and responsibility for the decision.
• Action orientation

We'd love you to have.

• Wellness knowledge, beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick and bold decisions.
• The ability to be agile.
• The ability to be collaborative.
• High Interpersonal skills (EQ)

Zone Fitness is seeking dynamic, energetic and goal-driven individuals with a passion and drive for the fitness industry to fill our Fitness Instructor vacancy at our Bellville Club.

PERFORMANCE STATEMENT:

It is the objective of the Fitness Instructor to create a safe and supportive environment where all members feel valued and encouraged. Providing professional and friendly service to ensure safe exercise techniques is essential at all times. Instructors will be required to conduct Group Training (GT) classes, training will be provided for this purpose. Furthermore, qualified instructors are permitted to offer in-house personal training (PT) OUTSIDE of their regular working hours, which can provide opportunities for unlimited income.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Completed accredited fitness qualification is a MUST
• High energy levels and passion for fitness industry.
• Specific attention to detail
• Accurate numeric skills
• Computer Literacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Diplomacy in handling irate people
• Ability to work under pressure

BENEFITS

Medical Aid

Pension Fund

Should you meet the above-mentioned criteria, kindly please submit your most updated Curriculum Vitae to reference the position and club you applying for. Any applications without a reference will be disregarded

Should you not receive a response or communication within 2 weeks of submitting your documentation, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R67 340,00 - R80 000,00 per year

Work Location: In person

Your Purpose.

• To inspire people to live active lives
• The role of the Fitness Instructor is to promote our world-class fitness products and to increase member retention through effective new member induction. This role will also be responsible to promote existing and new fitness initiatives as well as products and services to members.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• To at all times do your bit towards achieving our purpose to Inspire people to live an active life, this is achieved by believing and living our values through all we do, always innovating, inspiring people, have fun and do the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to achieve member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member retention
• Adhering to operational & administrative requirements
• Ensure the health and safety of members at all times
• Actively managing ongoing training and self-development to keep abreast of industry changes
• Actively assist and promote the ancillary products and services available to members

Our Minimum Requirements.

We can't live without.

• Matric qualification
• Industry recognized fitness qualification essential
• A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be a people's person and be able to assist and guide our members

We'd like you to have…

• Adaptability (must be able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment)
• Be curious (must be willing to succeed, seek opportunities to learn and grow)
• Have a winning mentality (must be willing to go over and above to achieve success)
• Must be motivated to achieve success.
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives.
• A Growth mindset
• The ability to work independently.
• Trustworthiness (must always act in doing the right thing)
• A drive to create moments of magic for our members.
• The ability to make decisions and take ownership and responsibility for the decision.
• Action orientation

We'd love you to have.

• Wellness knowledge, beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick and bold decisions.
• The ability to be agile.
• The ability to be collaborative.
• High Interpersonal skills (EQ)

Purpose of the job:

• The Pro is responsible for ensuring that members receive an excellent fitness experience. Additionally, Pro should act in a professional manner and ensure that all training and Reception areas operate at and deliver a high-quality service at all times.

Key Performance Areas include:

• Conduct group classes
• Perform reception duties such as answering phone calls and handling member queries
• Ensure you attend scheduled weekly training and meetings as well as Reception weekly training
• Stay up to date with all Company communication and policy and procedures
• Achieve targets by collecting arrears, correct receipting and being fully compliant with all drop safe processes
• Comply with Health and Safety and Club Operating procedures
• Ensure the safe and effective operation of your club, keeping facility downtime to a minimum
• Deliver excellent service to members and visitors according to standards and procedures

Experience & Competencies Required:

• 1-2 years in the Fitness industry is preferred.
• Knowledge on fitness and physical training.
• First aid qualified
• MS Office; Outlook, Internet, Word and Excel intermediate.
• Ability to balance the demands of work and personal commitments
• Ability to make quick but balanced decisions
• Ability to welcome new members and convert interested leads into new members
• Commercial and business awareness
• Friendly, energetic and loud
• Initiative
• Problem solving skills
• Strong affiliation to work in a team
• Strong attention to detail

We invite you to send your CV toCGM.-

Please complete our recruitment us to get to know you abit better.

** Please note that if you have not heard from the HR department within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.

Purpose Of The Job

• The Pro is responsible for ensuring that members receive an excellent fitness experience. Additionally, Pro should act in a professional manner and ensure that all training and Reception areas operate at and deliver a high-quality service at all times.

Key Performance Areas Include

• Conduct group classes
• Perform reception duties such as answering phone calls and handling member queries
• Ensure you attend scheduled weekly training and meetings as well as Reception weekly training
• Stay up to date with all Company communication and policy and procedures
• Achieve targets by collecting arrears, correct receipting and being fully compliant with all drop safe processes
• Comply with Health and Safety and Club Operating procedures
• Ensure the safe and effective operation of your club, keeping facility downtime to a minimum
• Deliver excellent service to members and visitors according to standards and procedures

Experience & Competencies Required

• 1-2 years in the Fitness industry is preferred.
• Knowledge on fitness and physical training.
• First aid qualified
• MS Office; Outlook, Internet, Word and Excel intermediate.
• Ability to balance the demands of work and personal commitments
• Ability to make quick but balanced decisions
• Ability to welcome new members and convert interested leads into new members
• Commercial and business awareness
• Friendly, energetic and loud
• Initiative
• Problem solving skills
• Strong affiliation to work in a team
• Strong attention to detail

We invite you to send your CV to

• Please note that if you have not heard from the HR department within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.

We are looking for a highly motivated female who would be interested in being an energetic, functional fitness boxing coach at an exclusive all-woman facility. If you are someone that loves fitness and empowering others to become better versions of themselves then this job is for you We are looking for a female that wants to be part of our awesome fitness family.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Contract length: 18 months

Pay: R5 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Johannesburg North, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• As this is a woman's only facility, are you a female?
• Do you have a Personal training certification or currently studying towards one?

Work Location: In person

Your Purpose.

• To inspire people to live active lives
• The role of the Fitness Instructor is to promote our world-class fitness products and to increase member retention through effective new member induction. This role will also be responsible to promote existing and new fitness initiatives as well as products and services to members.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• To at all times do your bit towards achieving our purpose to Inspire people to live an active life, this is achieved by believing and living our values through all we do, always innovating, inspiring people, have fun and do the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to achieve member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member retention
• Adhering to operational & administrative requirements
• Ensure the health and safety of members at all times
• Actively managing ongoing training and self-development to keep abreast of industry changes
• Actively assist and promote the ancillary products and services available to members

Our Minimum Requirements.

We can't live without.

• Matric qualification
• Industry recognized fitness qualification essential
• A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be a people's person and be able to assist and guide our members

We'd like you to have…

• Adaptability (must be able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment)
• Be curious (must be willing to succeed, seek opportunities to learn and grow)
• Have a winning mentality (must be willing to go over and above to achieve success)
• Must be motivated to achieve success.
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives.
• A Growth mindset
• The ability to work independently.
• Trustworthiness (must always act in doing the right thing)
• A drive to create moments of magic for our members.
• The ability to make decisions and take ownership and responsibility for the decision.
• Action orientation

We'd love you to have.

• Wellness knowledge, beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick and bold decisions.
• The ability to be agile.
• The ability to be collaborative.
• High Interpersonal skills (EQ)