Cycle Instructor
About The Position
The Group Fitness Instructor provides engaging, educational group fitness instruction in a safe environment that promotes fitness and positive self-esteem. The instructor serves as a fitness resource for class participants, builds positive relationships to encourage continued attendance, meets 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/kickboxing, barre, cycle, dance, yoga, ARORA, and small-group training classes. Cycle formats include AMP, which coordinates cycling movement with music; EDG, which combines music, metrics, and technology to coach riders in speed, strength, and stamina; and PWR, which uses specificity, progression, and individualization to develop cycling potential and athletic endurance. The position pays a class rate of $45.00 to $80.00, depending on experience, qualifications, and class duration. The rate covers all work associated with teaching a class, including class time and pre- and post-class work.
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
- Teach a variety of challenging and entertaining fitness classes and develop positive relationships with class participants.
- Educate participants on correct form and alternative movements during fitness routines.
- Listen attentively to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes.
- Clean and organize the studio space after each class.
- Provide current music that entertains and motivates participants while ensuring appropriate language.
- Promote Life Time promotions, programs, products, and services, particularly participation in classes at Life Time.
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 are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Full-time team members are eligible for short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Full-time team members are eligible for life insurance.
- Full-time team members are eligible for pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
- Full-time team members are eligible for parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Full-time team members are eligible for paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
- Full-time team members may be eligible for a deferred compensation plan if they meet the required income threshold.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
