Sport and Yoga Instructor for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

V.Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company is seeking a Sport and Yoga Instructor for Orient Express Sailing Yachts. The ideal candidate will conduct yoga and sports classes, educate guests about healthy lifestyles, and have at least 3 years experience in a luxury setting. Strong communication skills and Personal Trainer certification are mandatory. This position offers a unique opportunity to work onboard and connect with guests.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English.
• 3 years experience as a Yoga Instructor or Sports Instructor in a luxury environment.
• Preferred shipboard experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct yoga and gym demonstrations and classes.
• Assist in monitoring guests’ reviews related to well-being and sports.
• Maintain a clean and organized fitness area.
• Develop relationships with guests for personal training options.

Skills

Yoga instruction

Communication skills

Fitness equipment knowledge

Education

Personal Trainer certification

High school degree

Job description

Sport and Yoga Instructor for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

Department: Hotel

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

V.Ships Leisure is looking for Sport and Yoga Instructor on behalf of Orient Express Sailing Yachts. The Sport and Yoga Instructor is responsible for conducting yoga and sports classes for individuals or groups. Educating guests on the benefits of yoga and sports activities, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Strong knowledge of various yoga styles, techniques, and poses as well as thorough knowledge of sports equipment use and techniques. The sports & yoga Instructor must be knowledgeable of all fitness offerings at the spa, hold current certifications, have formal personal training experience. Excellent communication skills are required in order to provide the highest quality environment and instruction that will meet the needs of our guests in the area of health and exercise.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Yoga, gym, aerobics demonstrations and classes to guests, including demonstrations of how to use gym/fitness equipment
• Assist the Spa Manager and Entertainment Manager in monitoring guests’ reviews (related to well-being and sports), actively making frequent suggestions to aim and implement new ideas to foster guests’ interest and participation
• Maintains a clean, well-organized, fully stocked fitness area
• Develops good relationships with guests to promote the personal training options
• Follows safe work routines at all times and notifies the entertainment manager of any dangerous or unsafe places within their assigned place of duty
• Monitors sports equipment on a regular basis and reports discrepancies to the entertainment manager
• Active participation in onboard training programs
• Additional duties, not mentioned here, will be expected as per management request

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• Languages: Fluent English.
• Education: High school degree or related. Personal Trainer certification required / BPJEPS(France) / Licence STAPS (France) or International equivalent mandatory.
• Previous professional experience: 3 years as Yoga Instructor or Sports Instructor in a luxury environment
• Shipboard experience: Not required but preferred