Fitness & Wellness Instructor (PT/OT or Certified Fitness Professional, 1+ Yr Exp.) in San Marcos

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Company Overview

At Amara, we’re on a mission to help people live healthier, happier, and more connected lives. We offer health and wellness classes, starting with expert-led group fitness, and are expanding into areas like nutrition, mental well-being, and preventive care.

Our programs are delivered directly in large residential communities (200+ units), making wellness more accessible by removing transportation and scheduling barriers. We also work closely with building partners and insurance providers to keep classes affordable, including the ability to use FSA/HSA funds and insurance reimbursement, so residents can focus on their health, not the paperwork.

Amara’s companion app enhances the in-person experience with personalized wellness tips, exercises, and progress tracking. This helps participants reach both personal and class-specific goals.

We currently offer three signature class formats:

• Full-body cardio
• Functional strength and stability
• Stretching and balance with yoga-inspired elements

We’re expanding across San Marcos and looking for exceptional instructors to lead the way.

Check us out: withamara.com

What You’ll Do

• Lead fun, engaging group classes focused on strength, balance, and mobility.
• Bring warmth, humor, and energy, your personality is part of the experience!
• Adapt exercises to meet participant needs, ensuring safety and accessibility.
• Build relationships that go beyond fitness, our classes are about connection and joy.
• Track attendance and simple class outcomes (training provided).
• Participate in paid training sessions and share feedback to help us improve.
• Start with ~4 hours per week, with potential for more as we grow.

You Should Apply If You…

• Are either a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in California, or A certified group fitness instructor qualified to teach cardio, strength, and stretching/yoga-style classes.
• Have at least 1 year of experience teaching or leading group fitness or movement-based sessions.(We’re looking for experienced instructors and will only consider applicants who meet this requirement.)
• Enjoy teaching in group settings and thrive in a social environment.
• Know how to make movement feel good for all body types and abilities.
• Believe that fitness should be joyful and empowering at any age.
• Hold current CPR and First Aid certification.

Extra Awesome If You Have…

• Experience working with older adults or in geriatric care.
• Taught classes such as functional movement, fall prevention, or strength training.
• A background in wellness coaching.
• 1:1 personal training experience

Why You’ll Love Working with Amara

• Make a real difference in people’s lives every day.
• Get consistent, well-paid hours with flexible scheduling.
• Join a team that’s supportive, mission-driven, and full of heart.
• Be part of something new and exciting, and help shape the future of wellness for older adults.

Interested? Apply now and bring your energy to the movement that’s redefining aging.

Let’s build a healthier, happier San Marcos together.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person