Fitness Instructor - Tenaya Stone Spa - Part Time

Disney; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Certified Fitness Instructor for the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Anaheim. Join our Eureka Fitness Center and lead group classes and personal training sessions in a world‑class resort setting.

The role requires national fitness certifications (ACE/NASM/NSCA/ACSM) or a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to educate guests on fitness offerings. 18+ with a passion for guest wellness is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• National Certification (ACE, NASM, NSCA, ACSM) for fitness instruction/personal training and/or Associates degree or higher in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Knowledgeable about The Disneyland Resort and surrounding area.
• Swimming experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent professional fitness classes and personal training sessions according to spa protocols and certification practices.
• Care for equipment and maintain fitness equipment.
• Educate guests on all fitness offerings and training areas.
• Handle administrative duties in a complete, organized, and accurate manner.
• Actively promote spa, treatments, services, sessions and retail; programs and promotions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and organized fitness area.
• Address guest questions and concerns professionally and courteously.
• Provide accurate responses to all requests ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Attend mandatory training to stay current with spa policies and trends.

Skills

Fitness instruction certification

Excellent communication

Guest service

Education

ACE/NASM/NSCA/ACSM fitness certs or degree in Exercise Science/Kinesiology

Job description

Job ID 1371989BR Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Disneyland Resort Date posted Oct. 29, 2026

As a Certified Fitness Instructor at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, you can make fitness fun in our state-of-the-art health club, Eureka Fitness Center, practice yoga on a paddle board or inside the theme parks before they open and throughout The Disneyland® Resort. Guests can enjoy independent workouts or join our Fitness program offered by one of our skilled Certified Fitness Instructors.

Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent professional fitness class and personal training sessions in accordance with spa protocols and accepted certification practices
• Properly care for equipment and maintain fitness equipment
• Have complete knowledge and understanding of all fitness offerings while educating and training guests in these areas
• Perform administrative duties in a complete, organized and accurate manner
• Actively promote spa, treatments, services, sessions and retail as well as programs and promotions
• Maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and well organized fitness area
• Handle Guests questions and concerns professionally and courteously
• Provide accurate and immediate responses to all requests by guests ensuring complete Guest satisfaction
• Attend mandatory training to maintain knowledge of current spa policies, procedures and trends

Basic Qualifications:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role
• Extensive experience in the fitness field
• National Certification (i.e.; ACE, NASM, NSCA, ACSM) for fitness instruction/personal training and/or Associates degree or higher in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to complete tasks independently
• Spiel memorization and delivery
• Knowledgeable about The Disneyland Resort and surrounding area
• Swimming experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Spa or Hotel environment
• Basic computer knowledge

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; Shifts may start as early as 6:00 AM, while some may end as late as 10:00 PM. Casual Regular Cast Members must be available to work Friday evenings and have Saturday or Sunday availability and available to work all holidays and all peak seasons

The pay rate for this role in California is $21.13 per hour, plus class tier pay ($49.00 per class).

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be "a source of joy and inspiration to all the world." Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500-acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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