Watersports Instructor Hyatt Hotel

The Watersports Instructor at Miraval The Red Sea leads immersive, exhilarating, and mindful water-based experiences that celebrate movement, connection, and freedom. This role guides guests through a variety of non-motorized watersports from stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking to guided snorkeling and aquatic breathwork with a focus on presence, safety, and holistic well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Guest Engagement:

• Lead individual and group sessions in stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, and other non-motorized watersports, tailored to guest skill levels and goals.
• Provide clear, calm, and inspiring instruction that empowers guests to feel confident and connected in the water.
• Encourage mindfulness in motion inviting guests to tune into breath, rhythm, and the natural beauty of the Red Sea.
• Adapt each experience with compassion and creativity to suit the physical ability, comfort level, and emotional needs of the guest.
• Offer breathwork, reflection, or gentle movement moments during or after watersports to deepen their wellness impact.

Program Development & Experience Design:

• Design signature watersports experiences that combine physical movement with emotional grounding and awe-inspiring nature immersion.
• Develop guided explorations such as sunrise paddles, floating meditations, mindfulness kayaking, or marine-focused excursions.
• Integrate holistic wellness themes like breath awareness, sensory connection, and stillness into activities on the sea.
• Collaborate with other instructors to create retreats and multi-disciplinary experiences.

Safety & Risk Management:

• Conduct daily safety checks on all watersports equipment including boards, paddles, kayaks, snorkels, life vests, and first aid kits.
• Ensure sea conditions, tides, and weather are assessed daily, and adjust or cancel activities as needed for guest safety.
• Follow all health, emergency, and marine safety protocols in line with Miraval standards and Saudi Arabian coastal regulations.
• Maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and open-water rescue.
• Supervise all water-based activities with attentiveness and calm, ensuring guests feel supported and protected.

Operations & Service Excellence:

• Maintain all equipment in pristine condition, ensuring cleanliness, functionality, and guest comfort.
• Set up and reset beachfront areas before and after each session to create an inviting, peaceful, and organized environment.
• Support resort operations with flexibility, stepping in as needed to assist with wellness, fitness, or special event programming.
• Foster strong guest relationships by providing personalized, memorable experiences, and actively contribute to maintaining high guest satisfaction and positive reviews across social media and feedback platforms

Revenue Generation & Guest Upselling:

• Mindfully promote private watersports sessions, exclusive group experiences, wellness adventures, and related programs through engaging guest conversation.
• Cross-sell relevant retail gear, beachwear, spa therapies, or movement experiences that complement aquatic offerings.
• Suggest additional services that align with a guest s wellness goals, supporting a well-rounded journey and enhancing their stay.
• Meet personal and departmental revenue and upselling goals through genuine, guest-focused service excellence.

Guest Relations & Emotional Support:

• Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every guest feels safe, inspired, and valued regardless of skill level or prior water experience.
• Provide motivation, reassurance, and support to guests overcoming fears or stepping out of their comfort zone.
• Engage in meaningful conversations that help guests reconnect with nature, release stress, and rediscover joy.
• Share insights into the natural marine environment to cultivate deeper appreciation for the Red Sea s unique ecosystem.