Wellness Instructor

Bass Pro Shops•Ridgedale, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wellness Instructor delivers fitness, wellness, and recreational experiences for Big Cedar Lodge guests and associates. The role plans and leads group fitness classes, wellness programs, special events, and seasonal offerings that promote healthy lifestyles and enhance the guest experience. Working with the Recreation and Wellness team, the instructor supports innovative programming, maintains a safe and welcoming environment, and provides service consistent with the Big Cedar Lodge brand. The position includes leading classes with appropriate exercise instruction and modifications for different fitness levels and abilities, and ensuring participant safety through established fitness standards, risk management practices, and emergency procedures. It also supports programming and revenue-generating offerings such as personal training, workshops, and wellness retreats. The instructor maintains fitness facilities and equipment, promotes participation in wellness programming, keeps certifications current, and contributes to Recreation and Wellness operations. This is an hourly, full-time role at a fitness center/resort. It is not eligible for remote work. The role works under general supervision and requires a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current nationally recognized Group Fitness Instructor certification, such as ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
Experience leading and instructing group fitness, strength, and wellness classes for participants of varying ages, abilities, and fitness levels.
Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and motivational skills, including the ability to confidently engage groups.
Ability to safely perform, demonstrate, and lead physical activities for extended periods.
Knowledge of fitness principles, exercise techniques, wellness programming, and resort offerings.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to regularly walk, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds; computer work is occasional and sitting is seldom or never required.

Nice To Haves

Fitness, health, recreation, or related education.
Five years of experience.

Responsibilities

Lead engaging group fitness classes and wellness programs, providing professional instruction, proper exercise techniques, and modifications for varying fitness levels and abilities.
Promote participant safety by following fitness industry standards, risk management practices, and emergency procedures.
Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive atmosphere while delivering exceptional guest service.
Develop, implement, and support fitness classes, wellness programs, special events, and revenue-generating offerings such as personal training, workshops, and wellness retreats.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, readiness, and condition of fitness facilities and equipment, and promptly report maintenance needs.
Promote fitness and wellness programming to increase participation and engagement.
Maintain current certifications and stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging fitness methodologies.
Collaborate with team members, assist with department initiatives, and support Recreation and Wellness operations and the guest experience.