Royal Caribbean
Join the Royal Caribbean Sports Team
Love sport? Love travel? Be part of the Royal Caribbean sports crew. Inspire families, make memories, and travel the world.
Are you passionate about working with people of all ages and abilities and able to coordinate and instruct sports and activities for large groups and individuals? Do you have proven customer service skills, are enthusiastic, outgoing and resilient and have the ability to resolve problems then the Sports Staff role could be perfect for YOU!
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Sports Staff
Sports Staff are responsible for delivering an amazing Sports programme experience for guests on Royal Caribbean ships.
You’ll be part of an energetic and dynamic team providing opportunities to take part in some of the most thrilling recreational activities on the high seas!
You will lead and participate in a variety of Sports and Cruise Programme activities such as rock climbing, iFly, Flowrider, basketball and ping-pong, facilitating active sports sessions.
You’ll also hold safety and customer service responsibilities, overseeing the operation of outdoor recreational activities as well as engaging guests in fun and dynamic themed parties.
Experience
- 1-2 years’ of physical fitness and/or sports coaching experience in resorts or sports facilities
- Experience leading recreational sports and activities for large groups and individuals
- Experience delivering exceptional customer service to customers/clients/guests
- Master of Ceremonies experience or childcare experience preferred
- Knowledge of the rules of sports like basketball, volleyball, golf, pickleball, ping-pong, shuffleboard, etc.
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of the Flowrider or other similar water park equipment preferred
- Experience in rock climbing wall instruction
Qualifications
- Sports/Fitness/Health Education Degree or Diploma
- Accredited CPR or first aid qualifications
- Fluency in one of the following languages would be desirable: Italian, German or Spanish.
- Manual belay certification desired
- Digital skills and experience using software packages such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Rewards and Benefits
If the above isn’t enough to tempt you to join us, here’s a few key things you may want to know.

- Contract lengths are up-to 6 months in duration
- Opportunities for further assignments through positive performance.
- Competitive salary (up to $1,949 un-taxed)
- All food and accommodation costs included
- Gain amazing travel experiences
- Take your first career steps in the travel and tourism industry
- Form a worldwide network of lifelong friends
Does this sound like your dream job?
To apply for the Youth Staff role
Email your us jobsabroad@kingsactive.org with the following:
- The role you’re applying for
- An outline of your experience and why you meet the requirements for this role
- An up to date CV
Our initial screening process consists of:
- A phone or video call with our team to determine if you meet the requirements for the Sports Staff position
- If successful at pre screen, Kings Active Foundation will refer you to Royal Caribbean Group who will take you through their full recruitment process
Find out more about Royal Caribbean recruitment process here
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About Us
Established in 1991, Kings Active Foundation is a UK registered charity with a vision of a world where children love being active, and a mission to get children active, having fun and learning together.
Through our years of experience, we help other organisation’s to recruit and train young people to work with children and sports coaching.
We’re an agreed Hiring Partner for Royal Caribbean Group
Other vacancies
If you’re looking for UK based seasonal roles visit kingscamps.org/jobs or for office based UK roles visit our Head Office careers page.
Get in touch
To find out more about how we can work with you to deliver inspiring programmes, please get in touch.


