Yoga Instructor for Season 2025!

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is looking for an exceptional Yoga Instructor to join our wellness team for Season 2025!

Located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport.

The beachfront resort is part of the sustainable resort destination of Costa Navarino, a well-established tourism destination which includes 3 other resorts. It comprises of 99 suites and villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with seven restaurants and bars.

Scope of Position:

The Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer is under the guidance of the Spa & Wellness management team and provides personal assistance to any individual booking private training sessions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports Mandarin Oriental’s philosophy and culture, using Guiding Principles and the Pillars of Legendary Quality Experiences daily to ensure Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement.
• Follows all Standards and Procedures as taught by legendary trainers and the the Spa & Wellness management team.
• Conducts fitness & wellness classes in a professional manner and according to the Standard Operating Procedures of the department.
• Is responsible for maintaining accurately the fitness classes and scheduled program, as well as for maintaining the cleanliness of the entire Fitness & Wellness areas.  
• Ensures that a high standard of service is maintained throughout the Fitness & Wellness department.
• Organizes private and group classes, taking into consideration the guest needs & preferences.
• Has good understanding of all Spa Wellness & recreation services offered.
• Ensures that a high standard of service is maintained throughout the Fitness Centre.
• Assists in the operations of all fitness center departments as required.
• Assists in the smooth flow of the guest’s journey throughout the day.
• Proactively assists all guests when necessary.
• Conducts fitness assessments, personal training & classes.
• Has knowledge of current fitness trends in the industry.
• Attends all training courses as deemed necessary, and adheres to training as set down by the the Spa & Wellness management team.
• Performs as a professional, with a friendly business attitude and conduct all duties and responsibilities as required by the position, or assigned by the Spa & Wellness management team.
• Assists in the smooth flow of the guest’s journey throughout the day.
• Performs any reasonable tasks requested by senior management.
• Maintains inventory of equipment/props and foresees guest usage of what and when is needed – to coordinate ordering.
• Offers advise within the realms of knowledge relating to any guest concerns.
• Monitors effectiveness and popularity of Fitness programs – advising the Spa & Wellness management team of any necessary changes/additions etc.
• Conducts colleague classes where appropriate.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or damage immediately to engineering department and records it in the Maintenance folder.
• Maintains all equipment in good order.
• Assists in all equipment cleaning and maintenance checks thoroughly and diligently according to daily Standard Operating Procedures.
• Puts away all equipment left unattended by guests.

Qualifications / Experience:

• EU Passport or valid Residence Permit is mandatory in order to work in Greece.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role.
• Personal Training certification and CPR certification.
• Fluency in English.

Benefits:

We offer exciting benefits including and not limited to:

• Accommodation provided.
• Medical Private Insurance for all Colleagues.
• Complimentary meals at Colleagues' Dining.
• Laundry of uniforms.
• Colleague recognition and reward program.
• Learning & Development Program.
• Colleague Social events and Wellness programs.
• Workplace Support line that covers all pillars of wellness for colleagues.
• Various discounts provided within the Resort and in the nearby area.
• Task force Opportunities across the Group of Mandarin Oriental.

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