6 Wellness Coach jobs in the United Arab Emirates

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Head Coach, the Wellness Coach is responsible for leading and motivating Gritncode Members through yoga, Pilates, reformer classes, and personalized training sessions. This role involves designing unique class plans, incorporating Gritncode-specific exercises, and tailoring workouts to suit various skill levels. The Wellness Coach must be knowledgeable about Gritncode Experience Procedures to provide detailed advice and support, recognizing both mental and physical limitations that may impact motivation and workout effectiveness. This position emphasizes member satisfaction and encourages holistic wellness, fitness, and health, helping Gritncode Members achieve their full potential. Note: This job description highlights key responsibilities but is not exhaustive.t exhaustive.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Warmly welcome and engage with Gritncode Members, assess their needs, and note health conditions to provide appropriate program suggestions.

Ensure maximum member satisfaction through a personalized approach and recognition.

Implement innovative yoga, Pilates, and reformer techniques that align with Gritncode's culture and mission.

Assist in creating in-house promotions and activities to boost sales and member engagement.

Maintain a professional attitude and handle difficult situations diplomatically.

Perform front desk procedures efficiently, including booking and handling customer interactions.

Adhere to compensation guidelines for handling customer complaints, involving the appropriate managerial level when necessary.

Comply with Sport & Fitness and Gritncode Experience Procedures.

ADMINISTRATION

Facilitate administrative tasks related to front desk operations, Gritncode tours, signing up new members, and scheduling training sessions.

Evaluate members’ personal goals, skills, and fitness levels to build personalized training packages and programs.

Monitor members’ exercises and progress, enhancing techniques to improve program outcomes.

Develop a robust menu of services with high scientific, artistic, and aesthetic values.

Assist with audits conducted by the Head Coach.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CUSTOMER SERVICE

Maintain high anticipation and professionalism towards internal and external members, monitoring customer satisfaction through surveys and feedback.

Develop and deliver competitive, value-added services and classes.

Clearly describe courses, programs, machines, and facilities to recommend appropriate follow-up plans.

Increase awareness of the Gritncode App, consistently suggesting enrollment to potential new members.

Perform effective programs, classes, and exercises to retain and grow the customer base.

Collaborate on tasks outside the job scope in the spirit of teamwork.

SUSTAINED LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

• Attend regular staff meetings to stay updated on all Gym & Fitness operations aspects.

• Assist in induction and refresher training under the Head Coach’s direction.

• Support new employees during onboarding and execute post-training assessments.

• Participate in Gritncode training sessions and implement ongoing skills training to maintain service standards.

• Recommend and explain offerings to members, maintaining high product, service, and program knowledge.

• Consistently grow sales through training, tools, and monitoring.

• Seek self-development opportunities to upgrade knowledge and skills, actively participating in internal and external initiatives.

• Suggest enhancements to existing Experience Procedures for further growth and efficiency.

SAFETY

Comply with all Health & Safety regulations at all times.

Uphold sterilization and hygiene standards as directed by law and Gritncode Experience Procedures.

Perform routine checks on cleanliness, hygiene, and operational equipment functionality.

Ensure proper care and professional use of all gym equipment.

Report hazards and take required actions promptly.

Maintain high personal hygiene standards and support the team in complying with Grooming Experience Procedures.

Communicate equipment and technical service needs internally.

Record and update Engineering and Maintenance issues.

Possess full knowledge of emergency procedures and perform expected behaviors.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

At least one to three years of experience as a wellness coach, yoga, Pilates, or reformer instructor with demonstrable results and exceptional communication skills.

Required Skills: Group Class Coaching, Personal Training, Outcome-Based Program Design, Team Management, Organizational, Relational & Emotional, and IT skills.

Essential Qualifications: Certified Yoga Instructor, Pilates Certification, Reformer Certification, CPR/First Aid. Additional certifications from reputable institutions are welcome.

Knowledge of current wellness and fitness trends.

Commitment to enhancing health, safety, and productivity in a smoke-free workplace.

Passion for holistic wellness, fitness, and continuous learning.

Experience as a key point of contact for esteemed customers.

Ability to guide, support, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and members to ensure success.

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About You
You understand that financial well-being is a cornerstone of personal and professional success, and you’re committed to helping others build a healthier relationship with money. With a strong background in financial coaching and training, you’ve supported individuals from all walks of life. Whether you’re leading a workshop, facilitating group sessions, or working one-on-one, you create a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their financial challenges and aspirations.

About You
You understand that financial well-being is a cornerstone of personal and professional success, and you’re committed to helping others build a healthier relationship with money. With a strong background in financial coaching and training, you’ve supported individuals from all walks of life. Whether you’re leading a workshop, facilitating group sessions, or working one-on-one, you create a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their financial challenges and aspirations.
You have at least five years of experience in coaching, training, or financial education, and your approach is practical, empathetic, and empowering. You excel at demystifying complex financial concepts, breaking them down into clear, actionable steps. You stay informed about the latest trends in personal finance, budgeting, debt management, and financial planning, ensuring your advice is always relevant and up-to-date.
If you’re passionate about making a real difference in people’s financial lives, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us
Skills U is a platform focused on developing the skills people need for today and tomorrow. We work closely with leading employers and universities to build courses, workshops and training programs that equip learners with the skills, tools and mindset to help them succeed in todays rapidly evolving digital economy.
About The Role
We are building a global network of experienced freelance trainers, coaches and consultants who we can bring in on specific corporate training projects. We are looking for people with a deep passion for sharing knowledge and developing people.
You are naturally outgoing, well-organised, and a self-starter who doesn’t wait to be told what to do. You are highly empathetic, and feel comfortable coaching and inspiring our students and fellow team members. You will be joining a global team of instructors, trainers, program managers, coaches, and community managers.
You should have a solid understanding of your field of expertize, and extensive experience as an instructor, trainer and / or coach. You have a deep passion for learning with significant real-world experience.
Your role will be to deliver workshops, training and learning programs through live online sessions or in person delivery in your local market, providing learning and development support to learners, and helping them to gain the skills they need to succeed in their careers.
Above all, you have a great attitude and love working with and supporting people.
Duties And Responsibilities Include

• Prepare and deliver an exceptional learning experience, using an active, project-based learning approach.
• To build, refine and update the learners' syllabus and curriculum, including learning materials, projects, assignments and assessments.
• To develop courseware, supplemental written materials and learning content to ensure that learners effectively gain the skills covered under each topic.
• Provide 1-on-1 coaching to learners, usually delivered online via Zoom and provide compassionate, constructive feedback to learners, as well as inspiring them to reach their full potential.
• Actively contribute to our growing global community, and work effectively with all of the other members of our global team.
  

• You are a great presenter, and a compassionate and charismatic communicator.
• Fluency and deep technical expertise in your field, and a knack for simplifying complex topics in a way that people understand.
• You are confident in front of people, with a positive mindset, have an ability to quickly analyze and problem-solve on the go.
• You are proactive, autonomous and resourceful.
• You are the person that your colleagues naturally gravitate to when they are looking for guidance.
• Above all you have a great attitude, a passion for working with people, and a deep love for what you do.
  

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typePart-time

• Job functionHealth Care Provider
• IndustriesE-Learning Providers

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You will be a practitioner on our telehealth platform 'Intellect', where your role is to support our clients' mental health and personal growth based on the individual needs and goals. This is delivered primarily through scheduled 30-minute video sessions on our platform.

This is a freelance remote role with the flexibility to decide your business hours. Local candidates are preferred but others can still be considered. This role is a great opportunity to supplement your current job or private practice.

We're seeking to partner with International Coaching Federation (ICF) Coaches, Clinical Psychologists, and counsellors to be part of a community working collaboratively to bring greater mental health access to the public to provide mental health coaching.

• Provide 1-on-1 telehealth professional or mental health coaching for Intellect’s clients
• Focus on sub-clinical cases such as work stress, procrastination, work-life balance, etc.
• Support your clients in setting up either personal or career goals, relationships, etc.
• Collaboratively work with the internal clinical team by suggesting improvements to the program and the platform.

• Has an active International Coaching Federation Certification OR a Master/Postgraduate Diploma training in Counselling
• Skilled in coaching techniques and/or evidence-based approaches (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, SFBT, etc.)
• ICF Coaches must have at least 200 coaching hours
• Counsellors must have at least 300 clinical hours post-graduation
• Candidate must be proficient in English and local language
• Candidates with prior experience in EAP, counselling working adults, or coaching managerial roles are prioritized.

You will be a practitioner on our telehealth platform 'Intellect', where your role is to support our clients' mental health and personal growth based on the individual needs and goals. This is delivered primarily through scheduled 30-minute video sessions on our platform.

This is a freelance remote role with the flexibility to decide your business hours. Local candidates are preferred but others can still be considered. This role is a great opportunity to supplement your current job or private practice.

We're seeking to partner with International Coaching Federation (ICF) Coaches, Clinical Psychologists, and counsellors to be part of a community working collaboratively to bring greater mental health access to the public to provide mental health coaching.

• Provide 1-on-1 telehealth professional or mental health coaching for Intellect’s clients
• Focus on sub-clinical cases such as work stress, procrastination, work-life balance, etc.
• Support your clients in setting up either personal or career goals, relationships, etc.
• Collaboratively work with the internal clinical team by suggesting improvements to the program and the platform.

• Has an active International Coaching Federation Certification OR a Master/Postgraduate Diploma training in Counselling
• Skilled in coaching techniques and/or evidence-based approaches (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, SFBT, etc.)
• ICF Coaches must have at least 200 coaching hours
• Counsellors must have at least 300 clinical hours post-graduation
• Candidate must be proficient in English and local language
• Candidates with prior experience in EAP, counselling working adults, or coaching managerial roles are prioritized.

Job Title: Lifestyle Health Coach Focus on Sleep Stress & Health Goal Assessment (PartTime)

Job Overview:

As part of our mission to improve patient outcomes and promote healthier lifestyles we are looking for aLifestyle Health Coachto join our clinic. This position is wellsuited for someone with a foundation in health coaching and some experience in a clinical or wellness setting who is passionate about helping patients adopt sustainable changes to improve their health and wellbeing.

The Lifestyle Health Coach will play a central role in conducting initial assessments guiding patients through goalsetting and providing support in the areas ofsleep healthstress management andbehavioral change. The role will involve working with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and utilizing data fromwearable devicesandCRM toolsto inform coaching and track progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Education & Coaching:Deliver oneonone and occasional group coaching sessions focused on lifestyle behavior change. Primary areas includesleep hygienestress managementemotional regulation andgeneral behavior modification.
• Initial Health Assessments:Conduct patient assessments to explore lifestyle habits health goals and readiness for change. Use this data to guide coaching priorities and collaborate with the clinical team on the patient care plan.
• Develop Personalized Plans:Work with patients to develop actionable and personalized coaching plans based on their goals needs and daily habits especially around sleep stress and general wellbeing.
• Motivation & Support:Act as a supportive accountability partner for patients helping them stay motivated to make consistent changes. Provide encouragement and troubleshooting when patients face challenges.
• Behavioral Modification:Apply behavior change tools such as motivational interviewing goalsetting and habitstacking to support patients in developing healthier behaviors and maintaining change longterm.
• Education & Resources:Share relevant educational materials and practical resources on topics like stress reduction sleep hygiene mindfulness time management and lifestyle health.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:Work closely with endocrinologists dietitians diabetes educators and exercise coaches to ensure the coaching approach aligns with the overall care plan.
• Program Development:Participate in the refinement of lifestyle coaching services and patient engagement workflows. Stay informed about best practices in sleep stress and lifestyle medicine.
• Monitor Progress:Track patient progress over time using followup sessions wearable device data and CRM documentation. Modify coaching plans as needed to support continued improvement.
• Wearable Device & CRM Use:Use wearable device metrics (e.g. sleep quality step count HRV) to guide coaching conversations. Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the clinics patient management software.
• Patient Engagement & Retention:Implement patientcentered strategies to boost motivation engagement and participation in the coaching program. Build relationships that promote trust and longterm participation.
• Documentation & Reporting:Keep thorough and organized records of all coaching interactions and patient progress. Share relevant updates with the healthcare team to support interdisciplinary care.
• Professional Conduct:Understand and follow all clinic protocols including infection control procedures privacy policies and patientcentered communication standards.

Working hours & flexibility:

• Parttime: 24 hours per week
• Can be distributed over3 or 4 days withat least one weekend day (Friday Saturday or Sunday)required
• Days and times are flexible in coordination with the team and patient booking needs

• Education:
  Bachelors degree in a healthrelated field (e.g. Health Coaching Public Health Psychology Nutrition Exercise Science). Certification as a Health Coach Lifestyle Medicine Coach or a similar credential (e.g. NBHWC IIN ACE ACSM) is highly desirable.
• Experience:
  13 years of experience in lifestyle coaching wellness programs or behavior change support. Clinical or patientfacing experience is preferred. Experience with stress management or sleep coaching is a strong advantage.
• Skills:
• Knowledge of behavior change models habit formation motivational interviewing and SMART goal setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse patients
• Ability to educate and inspire patients toward healthful lifestyle changes
• Familiarity with sleep and stress coaching principles relaxation strategies and mindfulness tools
• Comfort using wearable health tech and interpreting patientgenerated health data
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Collaborative mindset and experience working within interdisciplinary teams
• Technology:
  Proficiency with digital tools includingwearable device platforms(e.g. Oura Fitbit)patient management systems andvirtual coaching platforms
• Language:
  Fluency inEnglishis required;Arabicis an advantage

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching patients with diabetes prediabetes obesity or chronic health conditions
• Experience in a clinical or healthcare setting
• Additional certification in stress reduction mindfulness CBT tools for coaching or sleep coaching
• Proven ability to guide patients toward measurable improvements in lifestyle and health outcomes