Dance Instructor

Job Title: Dance & Movement Instructor

Location: Essence of Nature Resorts, Uttarakhand

W: essenceofnature.in

Department: Guest Engagement / Wellness

Reporting To: Wellness Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, energetic and versatile Dance & Movement Instructor who can create joyful, inclusive, and healing dance experiences for guests aged 5 to 100. The role involves conducting daily group dance sessions, energizing events with performances or interactive dance segments, and curating age-friendly routines that promote fun, freedom, and well-being in the pristine mountain atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily group dance classes for children, adults, and senior guests — with sessions tailored to age groups or blended as required.
• Design and deliver interactive movement sessions that blend fitness, fun, and expression.
• Choreograph simple routines suitable for all skill levels, with an emphasis on enjoyment rather than perfection.
• Lead dance activities during events, bonfires, theme nights, and festivals at EoN.
• Collaborate with the wellness and entertainment teams to design special programs like:
• Morning movement meditations
• Couples’ dance evenings
• Kids’ dance camps
• Healing through dance sessions for seniors
• Build rapport with guests, encouraging participation regardless of experience or ability.
• Ensure safety and inclusiveness in all sessions, modifying movements when necessary.
• Represent the vibrant and healing spirit of “Dance on Mountain Top” – EoN’s signature movement vertical.

Skills & Qualities Required:

• Highly energetic and personable, with the ability to connect with all age groups
• Training in various dance forms (Bollywood, freestyle, folk, contemporary, etc.)
• Experience in teaching group dance or movement classes
• Patience, empathy, and flexibility in approach
• Basic knowledge of music rhythm, sound systems, and playlist curation
• Bonus: Knowledge of therapeutic dance, movement meditation, or yoga-dance fusion
• Bonus: Experience performing or leading dance in a hospitality, resort, or retreat setting

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a dance instructor, preferably in resorts, schools, or community settings
• Formal training in dance (degree/diploma not mandatory but preferred)
• First-aid knowledge or willingness to be trained (desirable)

Perks & Environment:

• Live and work at 6000 ft above sea level, amidst Himalayan beauty
• Opportunity to be part of a healing, luxury nature retreat
• Work with a supportive, creative, and mission-driven team
• Accommodation and meals provided
• Free time to pursue your own practice and create content in nature

Perks: At par with the norms

Tagline for the Role:

“Make the mountains move – to your rhythm”.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person