Fitness Instructor, Kindred

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
  

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:
We’re looking for a kindred spirit to join the team at Kindred Resort, a new elevated luxury property located at the base of Keystone Resort in Colorado. Kindred Resort is a visionary development with a mission to be the most welcoming luxury hospitality experience through extreme kindness and active excellence. Embedded in the resort experience is a passion for the outdoors and creating connection between guests, employees, and community. Our goal is to spark elevated experiences that welcome all kindred spirits.

We are seeking passionate, engaging, and experienced Fitness & Wellness Instructors to deliver elevated movement and wellness experience across a variety of disciplines including:

• Yoga
• Zumba
• Tai Chi
• PiYo
• P90X
• Guided Meditation
• Singing Bowls & Sound Healing
• Breathwork
• Stretch & Mobility
• Barre
• Dance Fitness
• Recovery & Regeneration Classes
• Outdoor Mountain Fitness Experiences
• Specialty Wellness Workshops

This role is ideal for instructors who are passionate about wellness, hospitality, movement, mindfulness, and creating memorable guest experiences that blend luxury, nature, recovery, and adventure.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $ 0.01/hr - $ 25.01/hr
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Part Time
• Minimum Age:  At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead safe, engaging, and professional wellness and movement classes for resort guests, owners, members, and local participants
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences aligned with Kindred Resort’s luxury hospitality standards
• Adapt classes to varying fitness levels, ages, and guest abilities
• Create welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environments
• Maintain professionalism, energy, and strong guest interaction throughout each class
• Support the development of innovative wellness and fitness offerings across Kindred Resort, Studio K, and Keystone Mountain
• Participate in seasonal wellness activations, retreats, group events, and special programming
• Incorporate mountain lifestyle, mindfulness, recovery, and nature-inspired elements into classes when appropriate
• Assist in building signature Kindred wellness experiences
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled classes and events
• Ensure class spaces are clean, organized, and guest-ready
• Coordinate with wellness leadership regarding attendance, guest feedback, and scheduling needs
• Promote a collaborative and positive wellness team culture
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Current certification or documented experience within instructor’s specific discipline preferred
  
• CPR/AED certification preferred
  
• Previous experience teaching group fitness, wellness, or movement classes preferred
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Comfortable teaching in both indoor and outdoor mountain environments
  
• Passion for wellness, hospitality, and guest engagement
  
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, and peak resort seasons 

The expected pay range is $ 0.01/hr - $ 25.01/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  514838
Reference Date: 05/12/2026 
Job Code Function: Fitness/Spa