Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Canyon Ranch® has been a trailblazer and an industry-leading proponent of the wellness lifestyle since its founding in 1979. Canyon Ranch has imparted integrative expertise to millions of guests through its renowned wellness destination resorts in Tucson, Arizona, and Lenox, Massachusetts, and will soon expand its legacy with the highly anticipated opening of CR Austin in October 2026. Designed to redefine luxury wellness, the newest destination resort will bring the Canyon Ranch experience to the heart of Texas.

In addition, Canyon Ranch operates its Lifestyle Club in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, bringing its signature wellness experience to members in a convenient, community-focused setting.

Canyon Ranch also operates North America's largest day spa at The Venetian® hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Canyon Ranch is a 13-time winner of Travel + Leisure 's Best Spa Award, an 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award, and its wellness destinations have consistently been recognized among the nation's premier wellness experiences.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Instruct Wellness and Fitness classes while ensuring guest safety, comfort, and enjoyment.

• Leads a variety of classes including aerobic exercise, strength and endurance training, muscle toning, and stretching.

• Provides expert guidance on proper body alignment, technique, and injury prevention.

• Assists guests with the safe and effective use of cardiovascular and weight equipment.

• Create an engaging, motivating class experience aligned with Canyon Ranch wellness standards.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Minimum of two years of teaching experience in the fitness industry.

• Acquire a group fitness certification within 90 days of start.

• College degree in a fitness-related field preferred (e.g., physical education, exercise science, dance), with strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.

• Current CPR certification and basic first aid knowledge required.

• Ability to maintain continuing education credits (CECs) to keep national group exercise and personal training certifications current.

• Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills, with the ability to engage and work with a diverse group of guests.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.
• Generous health plan including Dental and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• Supplemental Health care options (including Accidental, Critical Illness and Hospital care)
• Employer-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity leave
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.