All Accor

Global hotel management, franchising, loyalty program

Yoga & Fitness Instructor

Fitness & Sports InstructionUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeBaie Ste Anne, SeychellesNo salary listedRemote

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum 200-hour certification as a Yoga Instructor is required.
A minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a hotel, resort, or wellness environment is required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar capacity at a five-star hotel is required.
Knowledge of anatomy, stretching, injury prevention, and movement science is required.
Knowledge of food and nutrition is required.
Fluency in English is required.
The instructor must be physically fit and able to demonstrate exercises.
Current first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification must be maintained.
The instructor must comply with resort health, safety, and hygiene policies.
The instructor must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Conduct group and private yoga sessions, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, stretching, meditation, sound healing, Ashtanga, and breathwork (Pranayama).
Tailor yoga classes to guests’ different abilities, needs, and wellness goals.
Ensure proper alignment and breathing techniques and help prevent injuries during yoga sessions.
Lead fitness sessions such as stretching, core training, functional training, high-intensity interval training where appropriate, and mobility classes.
Design and implement diverse workout routines to meet clients’ goals, including strength training, cardio, and flexibility exercises.
Demonstrate company standards at all times.
Check and set up the daily operations and supplies of the yoga and fitness areas and male and female changing areas according to Raffles Spa standards.
Greet guests upon entering and leaving the spa and fitness areas.
Serve water and towels to gym guests and spa reception guests upon arrival.
Guide guests from the changing or relaxation area to the fitness area and explain general procedures according to Raffles Spa standards.
Provide service promptly, courteously, and accurately.
Enforce all yoga and fitness facility policies, rules, and regulations.
Request and collect stock and supplies in accordance with minimum stock levels for towels, linen, food and beverage, and other minor operating supplies.
Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the spa, fitness area, and changing area.
Exercise regularly to maintain fitness level.
Answer telephone calls and provide accurate details about yoga and fitness inquiries.
Clean cardio machines after each guest’s use.
Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different fitness levels.
Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and select movements for different muscle groups according to participants’ capabilities and limitations.
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures needed to improve their skills.
Teach proper breathing techniques for physical exertion.
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize the benefits of exercise routines.
Teach and demonstrate the use of gymnastic and training equipment.
Conduct therapeutic, recreational, or athletic activities.
Monitor participants’ progress and adapt programs as needed.
Evaluate individuals’ abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet special requirements.
Plan physical education programs to promote participants’ physical attributes and social skills.
Provide guests with information and resources about nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues.
Advise clients about appropriate clothing and shoes.
Teach individual and team classes to guests through instruction and demonstration, using knowledge of sports techniques and participants’ physical capabilities.
Deliver warm, intuitive guest service and engage guests to understand their wellness needs and recommend suitable classes or spa treatments.
Promote wellness programs, classes, and spa offerings.
Handle guest feedback professionally and proactively, and create a calming, welcoming atmosphere reflective of a luxury spa environment.
Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and proper setup of yoga studios, gym areas, and changing rooms.
Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance issues.
Enforce health, safety, and emergency procedures.
Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.
Explain and enforce safety rules governing sports, recreational activities, and exercise equipment.
Maintain accurate attendance records and class schedules.
Work collaboratively with the spa team, Kids Club, Retail Boutique, and Recreation Team.
Uphold brand standards, grooming standards, and professional conduct.
Participate in wellness events, retreats, and special programs.
Promote and maintain positive working relationships with hotel colleagues and provide professional, friendly, and warm service.
Understand and follow hotel policies, procedures, and service standards.
Attend daily operational briefings.
Follow hotel policies prohibiting involvement in illegal activities.
Report guest incidents to the head of department or supervisor.
Respect managers and colleagues and comply with company policies regarding meal hours and mobile-phone use during shifts.
Comply with the company code of ethics.
Notify the head of department or supervisor two hours before a shift when sick so operations can be organized.
Sign in and out when reporting for duty.
Assist with serving food and drinks to guests when needed.
Take ownership of emergencies and respond efficiently.
Answer guest questions related to the role.
Report for duty punctually in full uniform and in accordance with appearance and grooming standards.

Desired Qualifications

A fitness instructor or personal trainer certification is preferred.
Additional languages are an advantage.

Job Description

Job Title: Yoga & Fitness Instructor

Department: Spa & Wellness

Reports to: Spa & Wellness Director/ Manager

Position Summary

The Yoga & Fitness Instructor is responsible for delivering inspiring and motivating, safe, and personalized wellness experiences and programs for guests and members. This role combines professional yoga instruction with fitness training, tailored workout and wellness session, promoting holistic wellbeing aligned with the resort’s luxury wellness philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

Yoga

Conduct group and private yoga sessions (e.g. Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Stretching, Meditation) Sound Healing, Ashtanga, Breathwork (Pranayama),
Tailor classes to different guest abilities, needs, and wellness goals
Ensure proper alignment, breathing techniques, and injury prevention

Fitness Training

Lead fitness sessions such as stretching, core training, functional training, HIIT (where appropriate), and mobility classes
Design and implement diverse workout routines to meet clients' goals, including strength training, cardio, and flexibility exercises.

Specific

Demonstrates Company’s Standards at all times
To check and set up the daily operations and supplies of the Yoga & fitness areas and male and female changing areas according to Raffles Spa Standard
To greet the guest upon entering and leaving the Spa and fitness areas.
To serve water and towel to the gym guest’s, spa reception upon arrival
To guide the guest from the changing/ relaxation area to the fitness area and to explain them the general procedures as per the Raffles Spa Standard
To provide service promptly, courteously and accurately.
To enforce all Yoga and fitness facility policies, rules and regulations.
To request and collect stock and supplies in accordance with minimum stock levels (for towels, linen, food & beverage, and other minor operating supplies).
To ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the section and work unit for the Spa, fitness area and changing area.
To exercise regularly to maintain fitness level.
To answer telephone calls and give accurate details regarding Yoga and fitness inquiries.
To maintaining the cleanliness of cardio machines after every guest’s used.
To offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
To plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants’ capabilities and limitations.
To observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
To teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.
To instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels in order to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
To teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment.
To conduct therapeutic, recreational or athletic activities.
To monitor participants’ progress and adapt programs as needed.
To evaluate individuals’ abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
To plan physical education programs to promote development of participants’ physical attributes and social skills.
To provide guests with information and resources regarding nutrition, weight control and lifestyle issues
To advise clients about proper clothing and shoes.
To teach individual and team class to guests through instruction and demonstration, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of participants' physical capabilities.

Guest Experience

Deliver exceptional, warm, and intuitive service at all times
Actively engage with guests to understand their wellness needs and recommend suitable classes or spa treatments
Promote wellness programs, classes, and spa offerings
Handle guest feedback professionally and proactively
Create a calming, welcoming atmosphere reflective of a luxury spa environment

Operational & Safety

Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and proper setup of yoga studios and gym areas and changing room area
Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance issues
Enforce health, safety, and emergency procedures
To administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.
To explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment.
Maintain accurate attendance records and class schedule

Team & Brand Representation

Work collaboratively with Spa Team, Kids Club, Retail Boutique and Recreation Team
Uphold brand standards, grooming, and professional conduct
Participate in wellness events, retreats, and special programs
To promote and maintain a positive working relationship at all times with all the Colleagues in Hotel
To consistently offer professional, friendly and warm service
To demonstrate a complete understanding of Hotel Policies Procedures and Service Standards as outlined in the Company.
Attend daily briefing for better understanding what is really is going on in the Operation.
To adheres to the hotel policies for not getting involved in illegal activities
Report any incidents that happens to guest at the attention of the HOD or Supervisor.
Maintain respect at all time to your Manager and colleagues.
Respect the Company policies in related to Meal Hours.
Ensure that personal mobile is not being used during normal shifts at the Hotel.
Ensures adherence to the Company Code of Ethics
Ensure to notify your HOD or Supervisor 2 hours prior in case you are sick so that the Operation can be organized promptly.
Ensure to sign in and out when you resume duty.
To be ready to assists with services such as handle Food and drinks to our guests during the Operation.
In eventuality of an Emergency we need to be able to assist with efficiency and take ownership of the situation.
To be able to able to answer any guest questions related to the job itself.
To report on duty punctually, in full uniform according to appearance and grooming standards

Qualifications & Experience

Certified Yoga Instructor (minimum 200-hour certification)
Certified Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer preferred
Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a hotel, resort, or wellness environment
Knowledge of anatomy, stretching, injury prevention, and movement science
Knowledge in Food and Nutrition
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage

Personal Attributes

Calm, positive, and professional demeanor
Passion for wellness, mindfulness, and guest service
Strong ability to connect with guests from diverse cultures
Physically fit and able to demonstrate exercises
Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Health & Safety

Must maintain current first aid and CPR certification
Comply with all resort health, safety, and hygiene policies

Experience

Minimum 2-years’ experience in five-star Hotel in a similar capacity

Qualifications

Additional Information

About the Company

All Accor

Global hotel management, franchising, loyalty program

Accor is a global hospitality group with a wide range of hotel brands spanning economy to luxury. It earns revenue from room bookings, food and beverage services, and management fees from franchised properties, while providing hotel management and franchising services to partners. The company runs a loyalty program, A Club, to keep guests returning, and expands its capabilities through acquisitions like Adoria and a stake in Squarebreak to broaden its offerings. Its goal is to grow its footprint and deliver consistent, responsible guest experiences worldwide by leveraging global expertise and local know‑how, with a strong focus on sustainability.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Founded: 1967

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