Barre Instructor

Life Time • Chanhassen, MN

3d

About The Position

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

Instructors may teach a variety of Life Time group fitness formats, including strength, cardio, boxing/kickboxing, barre, cycling, dance, yoga, healthy-aging classes, and small-group training. LIFE BARRE classes draw on traditional ballet movements and use high-repetition, precise isometric movements at and away from the barre to engage muscles, improve posture, and encourage full range of motion.

The role includes educating participants on correct form and exercise alternatives, responding to questions, maintaining the studio after class, and selecting motivating, appropriate music. The position pays a class rate of $45 to $80, depending on experience, qualifications, and class duration; the rate covers teaching and associated pre- and post-class working time.

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, potentially including 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 class participants on correct form and alternative movements during fitness routines.
• Listen to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes.
• Clean and organize the studio space after each class.
• Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while ensuring appropriate language.
• Promote Life Time promotions, programs, products, and services, specifically encouraging 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.
• Eligible full-time team members may receive 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 they meet the required income threshold.

What This Job Offers

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