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Fitness Activity Instructor

On-site in Las Palmas·Added 24 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Meliá Hotels

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Las Palmas
English: Required

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Previous experience as a fitness activities instructor, preferably in hotels, resorts, gyms, or sports centers.
Training related to Physical Conditioning, Physical and Sports Activities, Fitness, or similar.
Knowledge and experience in teaching different group exercise classes.
A dynamic, positive, approachable person with the ability to motivate and connect with guests.
Excellent communication skills and customer orientation.
Advanced level of English. Other languages will be positively valued.
Availability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

If sports are your passion, you enjoy motivating others, and you want to create unforgettable wellness experiences in a luxury environment, we want to meet you!

The role

Paradisus Gran Canaria, an impressive resort set in a lush environment and located facing San Agustín beach. Its distinguished service and exquisite architecture and interior design will immerse you in a unique luxury experience infused with the essence of the destination and local culture. This accommodation in Gran Canaria is a "Destination Inclusive® Luxury Resort", an innovative all-inclusive concept offering immersive cultural and local destination activities both inside and outside the hotel.

At Paradisus Gran Canaria, a 5-star luxury hotel, we are looking for Fitness Activities Instructors to join our team.

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic person passionate about sports and wellness, capable of leading fitness activities and creating active, motivating experiences for our guests, adapting to different ages and levels.

What you'll do

Plan, organize, and lead individual and group fitness activities for our guests.
Teach activities such as functional training, stretching, yoga, pilates, aqua aerobics, and other sports and wellness disciplines.
Adapt sessions to the different levels and needs of participants.
Motivate guests and encourage their participation, creating a dynamic, friendly, and professional atmosphere.
Inform and advise guests about the different sports activities available.
Prepare and supervise the necessary equipment for the proper development of each activity.
Collaborate with the rest of the team in organizing events, special activities, and wellness programs.
Ensure that all activities are carried out safely and in accordance with the quality and service standards of a luxury hotel.

Hiring process

REMEMBER: Before submitting your application, you must inform your direct supervisor and/or Hotel Director, and your Human Resources manager of your interest in participating in the internal selection process. Your line manager will not have the authority to authorize or block the submission of an application, but they must be duly informed.

About Meliá Hotels

Meliá Hotels International is a Spanish hotel company and one of the world's largest resort hotel chains. Founded in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, the company operates over 350 hotels across more than 40 countries, spanning brands such as Gran Meliá, Meliá, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, and Paradisus. The company is a global leader in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on leisure and business travel, and is known for its Mediterranean heritage and premium service standards.

Meliá has a very significant presence in Spain, its home market, with a wide network of hotels across the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and the mainland. The company is a major employer in Spain, offering a wide range of roles in hotel operations, food and beverage, and management. For international professionals, Meliá offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment within a leading global hospitality brand, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills and a passion for customer service.

Industry: Hotels
Founded: 1956
Employees: 40,000–50,000
Headquarters: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Spain: Palma de Mallorca, Madrid, Barcelona and 17 more
Website: melia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Meliá is a Spanish company, so working there offers a direct path to living and working in Spain, particularly in popular tourist destinations like the Balearic and Canary Islands.
The company operates a large number of hotels in Spain, providing many job opportunities in various departments such as food & beverage, housekeeping, and front office.
As a global hotel chain, Meliá has a multicultural workforce, and English is often used in international tourist destinations, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
The company offers internal mobility and career development opportunities within its extensive portfolio of hotels in Spain and worldwide.
Many roles, especially in food & beverage and housekeeping, may require Spanish language skills to interact with local staff and guests.

In their own words

About the company & team

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Continuing at Meliá is an opportunity to learn, grow, and keep building your career within a global team. Here you can take on new challenges and access experiences in different destinations, while remaining part of our family.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with us?

Additional information

At Meliá Hotels International we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the support of management and the principles contained in our Human Resources policies. We also care about spreading a corporate culture committed to effective equality throughout the entire workforce, and raising awareness of the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially that related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is fundamental to our success as a global company.

Furthermore, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our sector through a great, socially responsible human team. In this regard, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all our collaborators we make this possible.

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