Fitness Instructor at Stellenbosch University

• Reporting to the Fitness Manager, the incumbent will work as an individual in a team environment to drive the success of Maties Gymnasium and the overall organisation.

Duties     

• Assisting members in completing various health and fitness assessments, including body composition analysis.
• Completing various sport-specific testing, using, amongst others, Vald Force Decks, T-Apex and Enode testing equipment.
• Prescribing effective exercise programmes and advice to members, depending on the individual needs of the member.
• Teaching floor and studio-based exercises set to music (30-minute express classes).
• Correcting exercise techniques where and when appropriate and providing alternative exercises to members based on their needs.
• Solution-driven and assisting members in solving any queries that may arise from time-to-time.
• Establishing, maintaining and growing sound, positive relationships with fellow staff and organisational departments, suppliers, vendors, tenants and gym members.
• Ensuring that all weights and equipment are neatly and correctly stored and accessible at all times.
• Ensuring that members adhere to the various access control processes.
• Ensuring ethical, honest and responsible conduct at all times.
• Ensuring adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, gym rules and organisational policy and procedures at all times.
• Performing all necessary administrative functions for the position.

Job Requirements

• Relevant qualification in fitness (diploma or similar).
• At least two years' experience in the fitness industry.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft).
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a team within a diverse work environment.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Willingness and availability to work after hours and on weekends.

Recommendation

• A degree in Sport Science will be distinctly advantageous.
• Experience in strength and conditioning, either in a team or individual setting.
• Willingness to actively engage in continuous learning by enrolling in formal courses/ workshops as required by the gymnasium

Deadline:5th October,2026