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Movement & Motivation Instructor - On-Call

Miraval Resorts & Spas · Lenox, MA · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time

About the role

The Movement & Motivation Instructor plays a crucial role in enhancing the guest experience through fitness, yoga, meditation, and movement-based programming. This position requires a blend of instructional leadership and hands-on operational support.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead fitness, yoga, and meditation classes tailored to diverse guest needs.
  • Ensure all classes adhere to safety guidelines and best practices.
  • Support studio operations, including setup and breakdown of equipment.
  • Engage guests in interactive sessions to promote wellness and personal growth.
  • Collaborate with other instructors and staff to enhance overall guest experience.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Recreation, Athletic Administration, Physical Education, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in fitness, yoga, and/or meditation.
  • Working knowledge of group fitness programming and safe movement practices.
  • One or more current professional fitness certifications accredited by the NCCA (NASM, NSCA, ACE, ACSM, AFAA).
  • Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

  • Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Experience: Demonstrated experience in health and wellness disciplines, including fitness, yoga, and/or meditation.
  • Certifications: One or more current professional fitness certifications.
  • Skills: Strong communication skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and willingness to support programs across multiple wellness disciplines.

Skills

  • Ability to foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
  • Strong communication skills and comfort in a guest-facing role.
  • Willingness to support programs across multiple wellness disciplines.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, kneeling, and squatting throughout scheduled shifts.
  • Ability to get up and down from the floor repeatedly to demonstrate movements, assist with class setup, and support guest needs.
  • Physical stamina to teach, demonstrate, and assist with multiple classes per shift, sometimes consecutively.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with setting up, breaking down, and resetting studios.
  • Comfortable working in varying studio environments, including warm, cool, and dimly lit spaces, depending on class modality.
  • Capability to move efficiently between studios and program areas to support schedule flow and guest experience.
  • Must be able to safely demonstrate proper body mechanics and movement principles during instruction.

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