Fitness Coach
About The Position
Orangetheory Fitness is a fitness franchise with more than 1,500 locations in the United States and internationally. Its studios offer science-backed, technology-tracked, heart-rate-based workouts in a supportive and motivating environment. The company describes a positive, energetic workplace that encourages employees to grow and develop their skills. The Fitness Coach delivers predesigned workouts for groups of up to 45 clients per session, coaching and motivating participants while managing class time and dynamics. Coaches apply a well-rounded approach to fitness—including endurance, strength, and power—and use available tools to support clients' experience and results. The role includes explaining and demonstrating safe exercise technique, adapting instruction for different fitness levels and limitations, maintaining a safe exercise environment, and engaging with members. The position offers a base hourly rate and commissions, advancement and career-growth opportunities, including the possibility of progressing into Multi-Unit Fitness Manager roles. Coaches may work at multiple studio locations and, as the company expands its health and wellness brands, may have opportunities to work cross-functionally.
Requirements
- Hold a current fitness certification from an OTF-approved education company, such as ACSM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, NASM, NCSA, or AFAA.
- Have intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics.
- Be able to multitask and stay organized.
- Have positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Have the desire and capacity to train people at all fitness levels.
- Hold CPR/AED certification.
- Have at least 1 year of experience teaching groups or providing personal training in the fitness industry.
- Have excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Be able to safely lift and move up to 80 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in an exercise-related field.
Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire, and motivate members by demonstrating exercises and proper techniques from predesigned workouts, and help members set and achieve goals.
- Clearly demonstrate and explain exercises, ensuring participants understand how to perform them safely and effectively; offer options for different fitness levels and individual limitations.
- Manage class dynamics by fostering an inclusive atmosphere and a sense of community and teamwork, facilitating smooth transitions between exercises, and keeping participants engaged and focused.
- Understand the science behind Orangetheory Fitness workouts, particularly heart-rate-interval training.
- Prioritize participant safety by monitoring movement, correcting improper form, addressing safety concerns, maintaining a clean and hazard-free exercise environment, and being prepared to administer basic first aid if necessary.
- Maintain consistent member engagement and outreach.
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement and career growth.
- Training and development.
- 401(k).
- Competitive salary, with a base hourly rate and commissions.
- Employee discounts, including discounts on retail, theme parks, travel, and movies.
- Complimentary Orangetheory Fitness classes.
- Employee referral program offering $250 for each referred employee who is retained.
- Access to free mental health counseling.
- Pre-tax commuter benefit plan for public transportation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
