Challenge Course Instructor

The Challenge Course Instructor at Miraval The Red Sea is responsible for facilitating and instructing a variety of high and low ropes challenge course activities, including team-building exercises, climbing walls, and other adventure-based programs.

This role integrates physical challenges with mindfulness, promoting personal growth, teamwork, and mental resilience.

The instructor will ensure guest safety and engagement while creating a dynamic and supportive environment for both individual and group experiences.

The position will actively contribute to the development of new challenge-based programs and work with the wider fitness and recreation team to create holistic, transformative experiences for guests.

Challenge Course Facilitation & Guest Engagement: · Lead high and low ropes challenge course activities, including climbing walls, team-building exercises, obstacle courses, and other adventure-based experiences. · Guide guests through mindful movement, incorporating team-building strategies, problem-solving, and mental resilience. · Ensure a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment, catering to varying fitness levels and abilities while fostering a positive and empowering experience. · Provide clear instruction and guidance on safety, equipment use, and movement techniques, ensuring a high-quality experience for guests. · Develop creative team-building exercises that encourage collaboration, communication, and trust-building among participants. · Encourage personal transformation by integrating mindfulness techniques during activities to enhance guest mental and emotional well-being. Program Development & Innovation: · Collaborate with the Fitness & Recreation Manager to design and implement new challenge course programs, ensuring they meet the needs of diverse guest demographics. · Stay informed on emerging challenge course trends and team-building strategies, adapting programs to ensure they are innovative and aligned with Miraval’s wellness philosophy. · Develop themed challenge experiences for guests, such as sunrise team-building challenges, mindful problem-solving sessions, and wellness-focused adventure retreats. · Assess guest progress during challenge activities, offering feedback and adjusting programs based on individual or group needs. Safety & Operational Excellence: · Conduct thorough pre-activity safety briefings and ensure all guests are equipped with appropriate gear. · Oversee the setup and maintenance of challenge course equipment, ensuring it is safe and in excellent condition. · Adhere to safety protocols and emergency procedures, maintaining guest safety throughout all challenge activities and comply with Saudi Government Rules and Regulations. · Ensure that all challenge course areas are well-maintained, organized, and comply with safety standards and regulations. Guest Relations & Team Collaboration: · Foster strong guest relationships by providing personalized support and maintaining a friendly, approachable demeanor. · Work closely with other fitness, wellness, and recreation teams to ensure seamless integration of challenge course activities with broader resort programs. · Actively contribute to guest engagement by offering personalized experiences that align with their fitness, wellness, and team-building goals. · Provide mentorship and guidance to junior instructors, sharing best practices in challenge course facilitation and safety management. Marketing & Engagement: · Collaborate with the marketing team to promote challenge course offerings through articles, blog posts, and promotional materials. · Represent Miraval’s challenge course programs at external wellness events and industry fairs to expand awareness of the resort’s offerings. · Collect guest feedback to continuously improve and refine challenge course programs, ensuring they meet guest expectations and resort standards. Job Details Primary Location: Saudi Arabia, Miraval The Red Sea Job Level: Hourly/Entry Level Employee, Full-time Pay Basis: Yearly, Saudi Riyal (SAR)