Group Fitness Instructor and Coach
About The Position
Life Time is seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to deliver its Signature Group Training formats. Coaches lead high-energy, results-driven programming aligned with their expertise and help create a strong sense of community and belonging. They are expected to lead with presence, purpose, and an understanding of the identity of their chosen format. Available formats include Ultra Fit sprint-based conditioning; Alpha Strength Olympic lifting and strength coaching; Alpha Conditioning and GTX group strength and cardio; CTR (Core Tone Reform) athletic Reformer training; and MB360 mind-body mobility and conditioning. Format-specific required and preferred qualifications vary. The role includes delivering safe, effective workouts, adapting instruction for different fitness levels, maintaining a motivating and inclusive group environment, and participating in training and coaching development.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR/AED certification.
- At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format.
- At least 1 year of teaching or coaching experience in the area of expertise.
- Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach the selected format.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Format-specific requirements: Ultra Fit requires a background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics; Alpha Strength requires an Olympic lifting certification such as USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent; Alpha Conditioning and GTX require strong leadership presence and the ability to coach across fitness levels; CTR requires Reformer Pilates experience or certification; MB360 requires a background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Experience teaching across multiple fitness modalities.
- Familiarity with heart rate training tools and performance data coaching.
- Proven ability to build strong member relationships and community engagement.
- Ultra Fit: Experience leading group-based athletic conditioning classes.
- Alpha Strength: Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming.
- Alpha Conditioning and GTX: Experience in bootcamp-style formats and heart rate-based training.
- CTR: Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats.
- MB360: Strong motivational presence; experience as a yoga teacher or in yoga sculpt, barre, or fitness instruction, with an interest in creating meaningful class experiences.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to the selected Signature format.
- Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications for members of all fitness levels.
- Create a motivating, inclusive, high-energy group environment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.
- Promote Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture.
- Participate in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development.
- Physically demonstrate and effectively teach the selected format.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
