Head Fitness Instructor - Summer - Mediterranean Resorts

Head Fitness Instructor – Summer 2026 – Various Mediterranean Resorts

LOCATION: Europe – Neilson Beach Clubs across the Mediterranean

DATES: Summer seasonal, April until November

REPORTS TO: Activity Manager

SALARY: Up to £950 PCM gross + Shared accommodation + flights, meals + great overall package

The Head Fitness Instructor is a senior leadership position with Neilson, requiring reliability, confidence and friendliness. You must also possess strong leadership skills, a mature attitude and a respectable level of experience within the fitness world.

To be considered you need a valid First Aid certificate and the following qualifications:

• Level 2 Fitness Instructor
• Level 3 Personal Training

You must also be qualified in at least one of the following disciplines:

• Qualified Pilates Instructor
• Qualified Yoga Teacher / Instructor – RYT 200‑hour
• Level 2 Indoor Cycling Instructor
• Les Mills Bodypump® Instructor
• Qualified Suspension Exercise Trainer
• Qualified Aqua Aerobics Instructor
• Qualified Zumba Instructor
• Exercise to Music

Please see the Fitness, Enhanced or the Advanced Fitness Instructor job details if you do not fit the criteria for this role.

Our Fitness Instructors must be passionate about fitness, energetic, friendly, and ready to work independently. You must have group session instructional experience and a high level of personal fitness, as you will regularly guide 5 km runs and lead 4‑6 classes daily.

You and your team will interact with individuals from all walks of life at varying fitness levels and deliver a varied weekly programme that is always safe, fun, and precisely tailored to your guests.

In your role you will create sessions around the facilities and equipment available in the resort and draw upon your team's skills, knowledge, and training.

• Aqua Aerobics
• Stretch & Relax
• Zumba
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Kids fitness sessions
• Boxercise
• Gym sessions
• Personal training
• Circuit training
• HIIT

We have plenty to keep our staff motivated with lots of fantastic activities, including dinghy sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, stand‑up paddle boarding, water skiing, wakeboarding, cycling and tennis as part of the deal.

Working for Neilson is more than a job; it’s a lifestyle. Spend the summer season based in one of our beautiful beach club resorts, where it’s all about sharing your passion for the activities you love. You’ll be working hard, but the work is fun, and there’s always plenty of time to play.

We’re looking for friendly, energetic, and approachable people who can build rapport with ease. Individuals who can instil confidence that every element of a Neilson holiday is delivered by a team who cares.

All Neilson Active staff are DBS‑checked.

• Lead your team to deliver outstanding Fitness coaching in line with the Neilson programme.
• Prepare suitable experience and ability‑based sessions for adults and children.
• Create and organise lesson plans to incorporate warm‑ups and cool‑downs.
• Operate a programme incorporating group classes and personal training sessions.
• Demonstrate and deliver effective techniques to accommodate varying levels of fitness.
• Actively promote the fitness programme to increase participation.
• Ensure fitness supplies are always well‑monitored and stocked.
• Inform the line manager promptly when orders are required.
• Train new or peak‑season instructors with the knowledge and skills to deliver the Neilson fitness programme.
• Ensure the highest standard of health and safety is adhered to.
• Fully advise guests on the practical / safe use of all equipment.
• Take personal responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and security of all Neilson fitness equipment.
• Ensure the appearance of the fitness areas always meets guest expectations.
• Organise / host social events and briefings.
• Be prepared to move between resorts according to the operational needs of the business.
• Be willing to help out and cover in other departments as required.
• Provide excellent airport transfers, consistently delivering personable, informative, and efficient service.

A First Aid certificate is a prerequisite for all Neilson Active job roles. Your certificate must be…