Couples Swept Away
Couples Swept Away
Requirements & Details
Requested Specialties for This Resort
- Hosting 3 professionals weekly with travel beginning on Sunday for 7 nights.
- Resort Type: Adult Only
- Country/Airport: Jamaica / [Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ)]
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Resort Info
Spanning 17 acres of lush tropical gardens along the world-famous Seven Mile Beach, Couples Swept Away is a true paradise for the active traveler. This Negril icon offers a serene, "old Jamaica" charm where low-rise bungalows are tucked away amidst exotic flora and the turquoise Caribbean Sea. 🌊
For the fitness or yoga professional, this resort is widely considered one of the most rewarding placements in our collection. You will be teaching in a community that values movement and vitality, with your "office" ranging from open-air pavilions surrounded by tropical greenery to sunset sessions on the softest white sands in Jamaica. 🌴
✨ The Swept Away Distinction: A 10-Acre Sports Complex
Couples Swept Away is home to one of the largest and most comprehensive sports complexes in the Caribbean. Featuring 10 tennis courts (clay and hard), squash and racquetball courts, a 25-meter lap pool, and a fully equipped fitness center, it offers a professional playground that is second to none. As a visiting pro, you have full access to these world-class facilities and the resort’s six gourmet dining options.
📞 Exclusive Member Travel Service:
Our travel agency is for the exclusive benefit of our members and their friends and family. If you would like to book additional nights or extra rooms for friends, family, or clients, please inquire with Kelly at agent@fitbodiesinc.com.
Kelly will offer you the best price we have for the specific category you are requesting. 🏨
📅 Travel Schedule: Arrive Sunday / Depart Sunday.
🎟️ Inclusions: Booking fee covers the teaching professional and one adult companion (Ages 18+).
Note: Maximum occupancy of 2 adults per room; all rooms feature one King bed.
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Details for Pro Travel
⚠️ Strict Eligibility Restriction:
Guests who have previously stayed at any Couples Resort as a full-paying guest are not eligible to book as a fitness professional. 🏨
This is a non-negotiable resort partnership rule. Additionally, this is a couples-only environment. Solo travelers are not permitted; all guest rooms feature one King bed and a maximum occupancy of 2 adults.
Maximum stay: 2 weeks per year ( 1 week every 3 months)
📋 Choose Your Position Path
Couples Swept Away hosts three professionals per week. Please verify that your credentials match the specific requirements of the position you are booking:
🧘 Position 1: Yoga Specialist
Consistent year-round. Requires certification in Yoga (RYT-200+) or related Mind-Body disciplines.
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✨ Position 2: Specialty & Wellness
Accepted Formats:
Sound Healing, Tai Chi/QiGong, Floating Bed Journey, Pranayama/Meditation, Full Moon Circles, Aqua Yoga, CoreFirst, POUND (must bring sticks), or WARRIOR (except Revolution).
🚫 NOT ACCEPTED: Cycle, HIIT, Bootcamp, Zumba, aqua fitness, or traditional Interval training.
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💪 Position 3: Group Fitness & Zumba (Seasonal)
*Requirements for this position change based on your travel dates:
📸 Mandatory Deliverables
- High-Res Photo: A professional portrait is required for publication on the Couples Resorts website.
- Social Media: Active presence and tagging of the resort and Fit Bodies is required.
- Stays: Maximum of 2 weeks per professional annually across the Couples brand.
- Consecutive Weeks: Multiple weeks may only be booked for travel between May and October.
✈️ Travel Schedule: Arrive Sunday / Depart Sunday.
💪 Teaching Commitment: Your professional exchange begins on Monday morning. Please remain flexible to the resort's operational needs in the 10-acre sports complex.
📍 Airport Code: MBJ (Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay)
🚐 Note: Complimentary resort shuttles operate from MBJ directly to the resort.
Professional Responsibilities
Teaching Practices and Standards
📋 Professional Standards & Classroom Ownership
Your professional presence and ownership of the "classroom" experience are essential to our program's success. Consistent adherence to these standards ensures a high-quality wellness experience for all resort guests.
You are responsible for your class set-up. While resort staff may assist, it should not be expected. Ensure your space is ready and equipment is organized before guests arrive.
Guests are on vacation; remain mindful of varying states of exercise readiness and potential dehydration. Actively monitor for overexertion or heat exhaustion, ensuring your teaching area is hazard-free.
Arrive 30 minutes prior to start time to encourage participation and welcome participants. If no guests show initially, remain for the full duration of your scheduled class time to accommodate any late arrivals.
Be ready to adapt to various experience levels and languages. Your goal is to enhance guest confidence and enjoyment regardless of their background or physical ability.
Respect local protocols and maintain a positive rapport with on-site entertainment and fitness teams. Your role is to complement their program as a valuable team member through seamless communication.
Teaching Vacation Essentials
🧳 Teaching Vacation Essentials
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please complete the following essential steps. These items are non-negotiable requirements that protect you financially, guarantee legal entry, and ensure a seamless resort check-in.
Crucial for protecting your financial investment and providing support for medical emergencies or disruptions.
Note: Credit card coverage is rarely sufficient for international emergencies. View Insurance Guide
Check expiration dates for all travelers immediately. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
Renewal Tip: Current processing times can take up to six months.
A physical, printed copy of your voucher is required by resort security and the front desk at check-in.
Access this by visiting your Booking Detail and clicking the "Voucher" button.
Teaching Schedule
📅 Teaching Schedule & Commitment
Your specific teaching schedule will be determined immediately upon arrival during a meeting with the Entertainment Manager or designated resort contact.
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2 hours per day plus up to 2 colleague classes 30-45 per week
⚠️ Early Departure Notice:
Departing a day early to accommodate flight schedules is not permissible.
Transfer Info
✈️ Ground Transportation & Arrival
Transfer requirements vary by destination. Once your booking status reaches "Confirmed," you will receive a detailed email with specific instructions for your location.
- Amstar Servicing Destinations: A direct booking link will be provided in your confirmation.
- Club Med Properties: Transfers must be secured independently via the Club Med mobile app.
- Couples Resorts: Our office will arrange your arrival transfer using your provided flight and companion data.
- Boutique Locations: Local taxi service is recommended upon arrival.
🌟 Enhance Your Experience
Looking to explore beyond the resort? For locations where Amstar is available, you can pre-book curated tours and local experiences through our Official Excursion Portal.
All bookings, no matter location are required to enter flight and companion information to their booking once secured.