Balance Instructor

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Part-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Villages of Santa Fe is seeking an experienced, energetic Balance Instructor to teach exercise classes focused on improving balance, strength, stability, mobility, and coordination and reducing fall risk.
We provide low- and no-cost wellness programs for older adults in our community. Approximately 65% of our participants are age 65+, so experience and enthusiasm for working with older adults is important. Classes are offered in person at senior and community centers and live online via Zoom.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

• Lead safe, engaging group balance and fitness classes.
• Provide exercise modifications for different abilities and fitness levels.
• Teach proper form and safe use of weights, resistance bands, stability equipment, and other exercise tools.
• Incorporate balance, strength, mobility, and fall prevention techniques.
• Create a positive, motivating environment for older adults.
• Track class attendance and follow program safety guidelines.

Other Information/Requirements: 

Group fitness, balance, senior fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, or equivalent).
Experience teaching group exercise, preferably with older adults.
Experience teaching live online classes via Zoom.
Personal liability insurance required.
Ability to travel to senior and community centers.
A video demonstration of your teaching is required.

How to Apply: 

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate + mileage
Current Openings for weekly classes: Cerrillos • El Rancho • Santa Fe
How to Apply. Please submit to [email protected]:
• A brief resume or summary of your teaching experience
• Your fitness certifications
• A short video demonstrating your teaching style
• Your preferred location(s): Cerrillos, El Rancho, and/or Santa Fe
• Your availability
Please include “Balance Instructor” in your application.

Salary Range: 
$65-85/hour + Mileage
Contact Information
Name: 
Ann Church
Agency/Organization: 
Villages of Santa Fe
Address: 
369 Montezuma Ave Ste 124
City: 
Santa Fe
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87501
Business Phone: 
505-501-8187
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Aug 29 2026
Date to Remove: 
Nov 27 2026

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