Fitness Instructor

Crew Life at Sea; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 312,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea is seeking an experienced Fitness Instructor to deliver professional fitness services onboard a cruise ship. You will lead group classes and personalised sessions, helping guests pursue their wellness goals in a safe, motivating environment.

The role requires English and Portuguese fluency, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work in a multicultural, shipboard team. Candidates must meet all documented travel and maritime prerequisites to join the crew.

Qualifications

• Required fitness, personal training, or sports qualification.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness assessments and personalised training sessions.
• Lead group fitness classes and exercise activities.
• Provide guidance on safe and effective exercise techniques.
• Motivate and support guests in achieving their fitness goals.
• Promote fitness programmes, personal training sessions, and wellness services.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards in the fitness area.
• Ensure fitness equipment is used correctly and safely.
• Assist with fitness-related guest enquiries and provide professional advice.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Deliver excellent guest service in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Follow company policies, health regulations, and shipboard procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Portuguese fluency

Personal training

Group fitness

Education

Fitness qualification

Job description

Job Description – Fitness Instructor

We are looking for an experienced Fitness Instructor to deliver professional fitness services onboard a cruise ship. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading fitness activities, supporting guests with their wellness goals, and ensuring a safe, motivating, and high-quality fitness experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness assessments and personalised training sessions.
• Lead group fitness classes and exercise activities.
• Provide guidance on safe and effective exercise techniques.
• Motivate and support guests in achieving their fitness goals.
• Promote fitness programmes, personal training sessions, and wellness services.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards in the fitness area.
• Ensure fitness equipment is used correctly and safely.
• Assist with fitness-related guest enquiries and provide professional advice.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Deliver excellent guest service in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Follow company policies, health regulations, and shipboard procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, or similar role.
• Relevant fitness, personal training, or sports qualification.
• Strong knowledge of exercise techniques, fitness programmes, and wellness.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and motivational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural team.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.
• Ability to work long hours and adapt to life and work at sea.

Mandatory Documentation

• Valid Passport
• Schengen Visa (for non-EU residents)
• Brazil Visa (required unless South African)
• Seaman's Book
• STCW Certificates
• Valid Medical Certificate
• Vaccination Records (including Yellow Fever)
• Full Resume and References
• Recent Full-Length Photo