Fitness Instructor

This job description serves as a guide for establishing the criteria to fill a specific job, and to assist in employee evaluation related to that job. The description is subject to change at management's discretion, and may include additional or different duties as assigned or directed.

Responsible for ensuring comfort, safety, and enjoyment while instructing fitness classes or personal training sessions privately or in a group setting for guests, residents, and other authorized users of the Exercise & Movement Area.  

Essential Job Functions

1. Adheres to Carillon Miami Wellness Resort standards for guest services. Serving as a motivator to guests and residents.
2. Able to lead group training including cardiovascular, strength, indoor cycling, and/or mind-body formats including yoga and meditation in alignment with the highest industry standards and Carillon Miami Wellness Resort reputation.
3. Assists in classes that require additional monitoring. Available to sub classes as needed.
4. Able to assist guests with proper body alignment and safety of cardiovascular and weight equipment.  
5. Trained in body composition and is able to provide this service to guests, if needed.   
6. Fulfills other fitness responsibilities such as monitoring the fitness floor including the Cardiovascular & Strength Training area, Movement Studios, Rockwall, and the Atlantic Pool.   
7. Uses appropriate music for group training.
8. Answers guests' fitness questions before and after group training classes as needed.
9. Attends and participates in staff meetings and training workshops.
10. Provides personal training and specialty sessions with the appropriate certification and safe industry practices, including spotting, adjusting, and educating when requested by guests.
11. Refers guests to other in-house professionals as necessary, including Spa Therapists, and Health & Wellness Professionals.
12. Refers guest problems or complaints to manager according to Carillon Miami Wellness Resort’s Guest Problem Resolution Policy.
13. Reports and documents any observed or known safety hazards, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately.
14. Must be flexible with the ability to work throughout the day, weekends, and holidays.

1. A minimum of five years teaching experience in the fitness industry required.
2. A minimum of two years as a personal trainer.
3. CPR certification including AED training and basic first aid knowledge required.
4. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to motivate and work with a diverse group of people.
5. Must be professional and outgoing and able to represent Carillon Miami Wellness Resort at a public level.
6. Must be guest-service oriented and able to work effectively under pressure.

Appropriate certifications in areas of specialization, including NASM, ACSM, ACE, AFAA, RYT, PMA, and others depending on the specialty.