Barre Instructor

Life Time • Champlin, MN

3d

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor provides group fitness instruction through entertaining, educational, and engaging classes that promote fitness and positive self-esteem in a safe environment. The instructor serves as a fitness resource for participants, builds positive relationships with members to encourage continued attendance, works toward daily class attendance goals, and promotes Life Time programs, products, and services.

Instructors may teach a variety of group fitness formats, including strength, cardio, boxing and kickboxing, barre, cycling, dance, yoga, ARORA, and small-group training formats. LIFE BARRE classes are rooted in traditional ballet movements and use high-repetition, precise isometric movements on and off the barre to engage muscles, improve posture, and activate range of motion.

The position requires teaching classes, guiding participants on correct form and alternative movements, responding to questions, and maintaining an organized studio. The role also includes providing suitable, motivating music for each class and encouraging participation in Life Time classes and offerings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of fitness instructor work experience.
• CPR/AED certification.
• At least one group exercise certification from NASM, ACE, AFAA, or AEA.
• Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class, including activities that may involve standing, walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneeling.
• Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to perform exercises specific to the assigned class.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships with class participants by teaching challenging and entertaining classes.
• Educate participants on correct form and alternative movements during fitness routines.
• Listen attentively to members, answer questions, and engage with them before and after classes.
• Clean and organize the studio space after each class.
• Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while using appropriate language.
• Promote Life Time promotions, programs, products, and services, and encourage participation in Life Time classes.

Benefits

• Fully subsidized membership.
• Discounts on Life Time products and services.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
• Training and professional development.
• Paid sick leave where required by law.
• Full-time team members may also be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans; parental leave and adoption assistance; paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure and paid sick leave; and a deferred compensation plan if income requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED