Fitness Coach

Orangetheory Fitness - Chicago/Central IL•Springfield, IL
•$20 - $40

About The Position

Orangetheory Fitness is seeking Fitness Coaches to lead coach-inspired, science-backed, technology-tracked workouts. Coaches lead members through pre-defined workouts, help them set and achieve goals, and encourage safe exercise by monitoring and correcting form. The role involves understanding the science behind Orangetheory workouts and heart-rate-focused training programs, staying aware of competing offerings, and knowing how to use and demonstrate all equipment used in workouts. Compensation is listed at $30 to $45 per session, including base pay and bonuses, for certified personal trainers. The company also offers cash incentives for customer and employee referrals and regular performance reviews with the potential for pay increases. A six-month career track can lead to a Head Fitness Coach role with increased pay. The position includes flexible scheduling, paid training, a free studio membership, product discounts, and a 50% family discount. Orangetheory describes its one-hour workout as a full-body, heart-rate-zone and strength-training experience in a group setting, designed to support metabolism, fat and calorie burning, strength, confidence, and overall fitness.

Requirements

  • Hold a national fitness certification, such as NASM, ACE, ISSA, or an NCCA-accredited equivalent, or be able to obtain one.
  • Be able to genuinely connect with and motivate others.

Nice To Haves

  • Certified personal trainer status is associated with the listed session compensation; the posting does not state it as a separate requirement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate members through pre-defined workouts.
  • Help members set and achieve goals.
  • Ensure members use correct form and offer corrections when needed.
  • Understand the science behind Orangetheory workouts and heart-rate-focused training programs, and stay aware of competing offerings.
  • Know how to use and demonstrate every piece of equipment used in each workout.

Benefits

  • Paid time off.
  • Wellness and health stipend.
  • Paid training.
  • Flexible scheduling.
  • Free studio membership.
  • Product discounts.
  • 50% discount for families.
  • Cash incentives for customer referrals and employee referrals.
  • Regular performance reviews with potential pay increases.
  • Six-month career track to Head Fitness Coach with a pay increase.
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