SUMMER 2025 - Yoga Instructor - Various Mediterranean Resorts

SUMMER 2025 - Yoga Instructor - Various Mediterranean Resorts

Location: Europe - We have various Neilson Beach Clubs across the Mediterranean

Dates: Summer seasonal, April until November

Reports to: Head Fitness Instructor/Activity Manager

Salary: Up to £800 PCM gross + Shared Accommodation, Flights, Meals & Great Overall Package.

JOB DETAILS:

A Neilson holiday would only be complete with dedicated fitness professionals. Our Fitness/Yoga Instructors must be passionate about fitness, energetic, friendly, and able to work independently.

You will need group session instructional experience and a high level of personal fitness as you will regularly guide 5km runs and lead 4-6 classes daily.

Based in one of our beautiful beach resorts, you will deliver a varied weekly programme that is always safe, fun, and precisely tailored to your guests. You'll work closely with your Fitness Team colleagues to provide all our classes; however, your primary focus will be using your expertise to cover the more holistic activities as required.

You will interact with individuals from all walks of life at varying fitness levels, enabling you to inspire and continually expand your personal fitness experience.

You will create your sessions around the facilities and equipment available in the resort and draw upon your skills, knowledge, and training.

We will receive plenty of additional support and training. If you are up for the challenge and willing to learn, you will gain experience teaching various disciplines, such as:

• Aqua Aerobics


• Stretch & Relax


• Zumba


• Pilates


• Kids fitness sessions


• Boxercise


• Gym sessions


• Personal training


• Circuit training


• HIIT

We have plenty to keep you motivated with lots of fantastic activities, including dinghy sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, water skiing, wakeboarding, cycling and tennis as part of the deal.

Working for Neilson is more than a job; it's a lifestyle. Spend the summer season based in one of our beautiful beach club resorts, where it's all about sharing your passion for the activities you love. You'll be working hard, but the work is fun, and there's always plenty of time to play.

We're looking for friendly, energetic, and approachable people who can build rapport with ease. Individuals who can instil confidence that every element of a Neilson holiday is delivered by a team who cares.

Please note: All Neilson Active staff are DBS-checked.

JOB CRITERIA & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To deliver outstanding Yoga/Fitness coaching in line with the Neilson programme.


• Prepare suitable experience and ability-based sessions for adults and children.


• Create and organise lesson plans to incorporate warm-ups and cool downs.


• Operate a programme incorporating group classes and personal training sessions.


• Demonstrate and deliver effective techniques to accommodate varying levels of fitness.


• Actively promote the fitness programme to increase participation.


• Ensure fitness supplies are always well monitored and stocked. 


• Inform the line manager promptly when orders are required.


• To assist with training new or peak season instructors with the knowledge and skills to deliver the Neilson fitness programme.


• To ensure the highest standard of health and safety is adhered to.


• To fully advise guests on the practical/safe use of all equipment.


• Take personal responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and security of all Neilson fitness equipment.


• Ensure that the appearance of the fitness areas always meets guest expectations.


• To organise/host social events and briefings. 


• Be prepared to move between resorts according to the operational needs of the business.


• Willing to help out and cover in other departments as required but the business.


• Airport transfers - As the first point of guest contact, you'll be confident and consistently deliver excellent, personable, informative, and efficient airport transfers to and from the resort.

FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS

A First Aid certificate is a prerequisite for ALL Neilson Active job roles. Your certificate MUST be valid for the duration of your contract, which we will validate as part of your onboarding process. At a minimum, your First Aid Course MUST be an attended full-day practical course.

We also encourage anyone working closely with children to consider obtaining their Paediatric First Aid at Work certificate; however, this is not an obligation for the job.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Qualified Yoga Instructor - RYT 200-hour.


• An understanding of current Yoga/Fitness developments.


• A solid understanding and knowledge of physiology and anatomy.


• Understanding in the use of fitness equipment and the associated safety procedures.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong organisational and time management skills.


• Flexible to work all the required hours with your team to get the job done well.


• Ability to deliver fun, engaging, safe and informative tuition.


• The ability to confidently hold a conversation and instruct in English.


• The ability to work well, independently, as part of a team, and to maintain effective working relationships.

WORKING FOR NEILSON

There is much to be gained from working anywhere within the Neilson programme. The people skills, the life skills, the confidence you'll develop, and the overall experience will stay with you forever.

You will have the time of your life, make a bunch of new friends, enjoy mad adventures, and create stories you'll be telling for years.

The package includes:

• Staff accommodation provided on a shared basis - No bills to stress about


• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner while on duty


• Travel to and from the resort, within Europe (subject to our staff travel policy)


• Visa & permits if applicable (UK Passport holders)


• Full training, including E-learning packages


• Opportunities for progression via our jump up/Jump higher programmes


• Uniform specific to your job role


• One day off per week + accrued holidays


• Mate's rates & family holiday discounts


• Emergency medical & dental insurance (UK residents) *


• Opportunities to obtain additional qualifications via the Neilson Academy


• Feel free to use the resort equipment in your spare time


• 24/7 access to CCP – Independent mental health support service

*EU residents need to make separate insurance arrangements - The Neilson HR team will provide further details once a job offer is accepted.