Group Fitness Instructor - HIIT Formats
About The Position
The Group Fitness Instructor delivers an exceptional member experience by leading energetic, safe, and effective group fitness classes. The instructor motivates and uplifts members through movement and community, provides exercise options for varying fitness levels and abilities, and creates an inclusive, fun, and supportive class environment. The role also involves preparing the studio, welcoming members, monitoring exercise performance, completing post-class cleaning and organizing, responding to member needs, and promoting classes to retain and attract participants. Work is primarily in a fitness facility and office setting, with possible temperature variation and ambient noise from conversations and gym equipment. The position requires regular attendance during scheduled business hours. Instructors stand and walk most of the time, communicate instructions frequently, and must be able to lift, push, pull, and move at least 50 pounds and meet the physical criteria of the format they teach. Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.
Requirements
- 0–1 year of experience in personal training, small group training, and/or group fitness training.
- NCCA-accredited Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification.
- General knowledge and experience in kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness, or related areas.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
- Current certification for the applicable format.
- Passion for fitness, changing lives, and helping others reach their goals.
- Energizing and positive attitude; promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
- Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of a group.
- Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds and meet the physical criteria of the format instructed.
- Ability to convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly, and interpret and relay instructions to clients.
- Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of personal or small group training or group fitness instruction experience.
- Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.
Responsibilities
- Provide an exceptional fitness experience to studio members while exemplifying VASA's UPLIFT core values.
- Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is executed in every class.
- Arrive punctually and prepared, prepare the room, and greet members at the door on time.
- Demonstrate exercises and movements safely and accurately, and actively monitor members' performance.
- Complete post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the space.
- Provide approachable, professional, and engaging customer service, responding promptly to member needs and concerns.
- Teach safe and effective classes, communicating clearly and offering options for different fitness levels and abilities.
- Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community through energetic instruction.
- Promote classes to retain current participants and invite new participants.
- Work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to assist members and sell services in person.
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
- Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees, one for the employee and one to give away.
- 401(k) options.
- For employees working 30 or more hours per week: hourly paid time off, health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
- For employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan (salary) and paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
