Coach-Fitness- مدرب لياقة
Job in
Khawr Fakkān, Sharjah, UAE/Dubai
Listed on 2026-02-03
Listing for:
University of Khorfakkan
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-03
Job specializations:
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Exercise Science / Kinesiology, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates -
Education / Teaching
Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Key Accountabilities
- Design and deliver fitness programs that are safe, inclusive, and aligned with the needs of university students and staff.
- Assess participants' fitness levels and monitor progress using appropriate testing and evaluation methods.
- Provide proper instruction and supervision to ensure correct exercise techniques and prevent injuries.
- Promote health, wellness, and active lifestyles through education, workshops, and fitness initiatives on campus.
- Motivate and support participants to achieve personal fitness goals and maintain long term engagement.
- Ensure compliance with university policies, safety standards, and health regulations within fitness facilities.
- Maintain fitness equipment and facilities, reporting faults and ensuring a safe training environment.
- Collaborate with the Student Affairs Sections, such as student activities and student clinics, to support wellness programs.
- Keep accurate records of attendance, assessments, progress, and incident reports as required.
- Pursue ongoing professional development to stay current with fitness trends, research, and best practices.
- Complete any other job related tasks as assigned by line manager within the expected time limit.
- Participate in developing the department/college's operational and business plans, and contribute to its execution, in line with the department/college's strategy to support the University's strategic objectives.
- Provide input to enhance the processes and procedures that help implement relevant best practices.
- Follow all relevant processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions accurately to ensure that job tasks are carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
- Generate relevant reports and ensure that they are prepared timely and accurately, and meet the department's requirements and standards.
- Operate the required software/hardware accurately and effectively.
- Students
- Academic and non academic staff members
- Colleges, departments, and centers
- Maintenance companies
- Sports equipment suppliers
- Government organizations
- Local/Non Local Universities
- Minimum of a bachelor's in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a relevant discipline.
- 2 3 years of UAE experience in similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.
- Experience designing and delivering group fitness classes and individual training programmes.
- Familiarity with gym equipment, fitness assessments, and safety protocols.
- Priority is to UAE Nationals.
- Age should not exceed 35 years.
- Extra Certifications (from a recognised fitness organisation) will be a plus, such as:
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Group Fitness Instructor Certification
- Strength & Conditioning Certification
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certification
- Flexibility and ability to function effectively as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage students and staff.
- Ability to motivate, coach, and mentor individuals with varying fitness levels.
- Solid instructional skills for demonstrating exercises and correcting technique safely.
- Knowledge of fitness assessment methods and programme planning.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Awareness of health, safety, and risk management practices in fitness environments.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong observation and problem solving skills to adapt programmes as needed.
- Basic record keeping and reporting skills, including use of fitness or tracking systems.
- Professionalism, reliability, and a positive role model attitude within a university setting.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
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