Group Exercise Instructors (Casual)

NEWPORT LIVE

Newport

On-site

GBP 319,000 - 455,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

discounted Newport Live membership

generous pension scheme

cafe discount whilst on shift

free on-site parking at most sites

cycle to work scheme

wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Newport Live is seeking casual Group Exercise Instructors to lead engaging, inclusive fitness sessions across multiple venues. You will deliver energised classes to participants of all ages and abilities, adapting to injuries and ensuring safety.

£28.10 per hour with shifts across early mornings, evenings and weekends. Benefits include discounted membership, pension, cafe discount, parking, cycle-to-work scheme and wellbeing programmes.

Qualifications

REPS/CIMSPA Level 2 endorsed qualification.
Experience in delivering group exercise sessions.
Competent with cueing, counts and session structure.
Efficient time management for scheduled sessions, including initial class set up and smooth transitions between exercises.
Knowledge and understanding of those with injuries or medical needs to modify their session experience where appropriate.
Excellent customer service: adaptability in handling various fitness levels, ages and abilities with care and inclusion to build rapport.

Responsibilities

Proactive planning of all elements of sessions prior to delivery; including set up and preparation of appropriate music.
Demonstrate and teach perfect technique, ensuring participants are performing exercises correctly and safely using a range of motivational techniques and teaching points.
Ensuring safe modification of exercises to accommodate participant needs where required to prevent injury.
Encouraging and motivating participants to reach their fitness and wellness goals.
Keep up to date with appropriate health and safety guidelines and changes; ensuring all equipment is checked and safe for use.

Skills

REPS/CIMSPA Level 2

Group exercise delivery

Cueing & session structure

Time management

Injury modification knowledge

Customer service

Welsh language (desirable)

GP Referral Scheme (desirable)

Les Mills qualifications (desirable)

Young people sessions (desirable)

Education

First Aid at Work certificate

Job description

Regional Pool & Tennis Centre, Geraint Thomas Velodrome, The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre and Station

Sports & Coaching

Posted: 14 Oct 2026

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

With a range of classes available including HIIT, dance, aqua, boot camp, indoor cycling, yoga and Pilates, as well as our fabulous Les Mills sessions, we are looking to strengthen and increase our fitness offerings to members of all ages and abilities with additional team members to join us on a Casual basis. This will involve picking up shifts during busy periods and for absence cover, and the possibility of introducing new fitness opportunities and offerings; if you have the experience and enthusiasm to Be The Inspiration, we'd love to hear from you!

Hours:shifts cover our venue operational hours, so are available acrossearly mornings, evenings and weekends

Pay:£28.10 per hour

Benefits:discountedNewport Live membership, generous pension scheme, cafe discount whilst on shift, free on-site parking at most sites, cycle to work scheme and wellbeing programmes

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences

REPS / CIMSPA (minimum Level 2) endorsed qualification
Experience in delivering group exercise sessions
Competent with cueing, counts and session structure
Efficient time management for scheduled sessions, including initial class set up and smooth transitions between exercises
Knowledge and understanding of those with injuries or medical needs to modify their session experience where appropriate
Excellent customer service: adaptability in handling various fitness levels, ages and abilities with care and inclusion to build rapport

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences

Ability to converse / communicate in Welsh
GP Referral Scheme qualification
Les Mills qualifictions
Experience delivering group exercise sessions to young people
First Aid at Work certificate(essential to the role but not for your application)

Our Group Exercise Instructors create an engaging, safe, and dynamic class experience, delivered with energy and enthusiasm to participants of all ages and abilities.

Main responsibilitiesinclude:

Proactive planning of all elements of sessions prior to delivery; including set up and preparation of appropriate music
Demonstrate and teach perfect technique, ensuring participants are performing exercises correctly and safely using a range of motivational techniques and teaching points
Ensuring safe modification of exercises to accommodate participant needs where required to prevent injury
Encouraging and motivating participants to reach their fitness and wellness goals
Keep up to date with appropriate health and safety guidelines and changes; ensuring all equipment is checked and safe for use

You should have the drive and passion for working in a sporting, leisure, and cultural environment, and demonstrate our core values of Care, Passion, Teamwork, Inspiration, Innovation, and Inclusivity.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a satisfatory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For further information about the role or life at Newport Live, please reach out to our HR team by emailing jobs@newportlive.co.uk or pop along to one of our Jobs Drop-in Sessions: