Fitness Instructor

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Fitness Instructor at Virgin Active South Africa. The primary purpose of the position is to inspire people to live active lives. Key responsibilities include promoting world-class fitness products, increasing member retention through effective new member induction, and promoting existing and new fitness initiatives, products, and services to members. **What you will do** * Contribute to inspiring people to live an active life by embodying Virgin Active's values: innovating, inspiring people, having fun, and doing the right thing. * Build relationships with members to achieve member retention. * Conduct fitness initiatives to increase member retention. * Adhere to operational and administrative requirements. * Ensure the health and safety of members at all times. * Actively manage ongoing training and self-development to stay abreast of industry changes. * Actively assist and promote ancillary products and services available to members. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric qualification * Industry recognized fitness qualification essential * A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness * First Aid qualification with AED certification * Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays * Experience in member service/customer service * Must be a people’s person and be able to assist and guide members **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a people-person who can assist and guide members. They should be adaptable to a fast-paced, changing environment, curious and willing to succeed, learn, and grow. A winning mentality, motivation to achieve success, and a commitment to making a difference in people’s lives are important. The candidate should possess a growth mindset, the ability to work independently, and trustworthiness to always act in doing the right thing. They should have a drive to create 'moments of magic' for members and the ability to make decisions, taking ownership and responsibility. An action-oriented approach is valued. Desired attributes also include wellness knowledge beyond the health club, the ability to make quick and bold decisions, agility, collaboration, and high interpersonal skills (EQ). **Deadline** 19th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/fitness-instructor-virgin-active-south-africa-35 Source: myjobmag

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