Fitness Instructor

Virgin Active South Africa; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness organization in Pietermaritzburg seeks a passionate Fitness Instructor to inspire members towards active living. This role involves promoting fitness products, enhancing member retention, and conducting engaging fitness initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to member service, and a recognized fitness qualification. Join us in making a difference in people's lives!

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in fitness.
• Experience in member service required.

Responsibilities

• Promote fitness products and increase member retention.
• Conduct fitness initiatives to enhance member engagement.
• Ensure health and safety of members at all times.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Decision-Making

Education

Matric Qualification

Industry-Recognized Fitness Qualification

First Aid Qualification with AED Certification

Job description

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 for promoting existing and new fitness initiatives, products, and services to members.

Your Duties And Responsibilities...

• To always contribute towards achieving our purpose to inspire people to live an active life by embodying our values—innovating, inspiring, having fun, and doing the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to enhance member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member engagement and retention
• Adhering to operational and administrative requirements
• Ensuring the health and safety of members at all times
• Engaging in ongoing training and self-development to stay updated with industry changes
• Actively promoting ancillary products and services to members

Our Minimum Requirements...

We can't live without...

• Matric qualification
• Industry-recognized fitness qualification
• A minimum of 6 months experience in fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be personable and capable of guiding and assisting members

We’d like you to have…

• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow
• A winning mentality and motivation to succeed
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives
• A growth mindset
• The ability to work independently
• Trustworthiness and integrity
• A drive to create memorable moments for members
• Decision-making skills and ownership of responsibilities
• Action-oriented approach

We'd love you to have...

• Knowledge of wellness beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick, bold decisions
• Agility and adaptability
• Collaborative skills
• High interpersonal skills (EQ)