Group Fitness Instructor - Aqua Fitness, Resistance

VASA Fitness • Chandler, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor provides an exceptional member experience through enjoyable, uplifting fitness classes. Instructors motivate members through movement and community, teach safe and effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities, and foster an inclusive, fun, and supportive environment. The role includes preparing the studio, greeting members, demonstrating and monitoring exercises, completing post-class cleaning and organization, responding to member needs, and promoting classes. The position primarily works in a fitness facility and office setting and requires regular attendance during scheduled business hours. Compensation is $21.00–$28.00 per class hour, depending on experience. Preparation time or class time exceeding 60 minutes per class is paid at minimum wage.

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 talk and frequently convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Non-sedentary work involving standing and walking most of the time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to handle varied situations under limited standardization and interpret and relay instructions to clients.
• Regular attendance is an essential duty.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of personal, small-group training, or group fitness instruction experience.
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional fitness experience and ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience is delivered in every class.
• Arrive punctually and prepared, prepare the room, and greet members at the door on time.
• Safely and accurately demonstrate exercises and movements and actively monitor member performance.
• Complete post-class cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Provide approachable, professional, and engaging customer service and promptly respond to member needs and concerns.
• Communicate clearly and teach safe, effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community.
• Actively promote classes to retain 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, including one to give away.
• 401(k) options.
• Paid time off for hourly employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Paid parental leave for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Flexible vacation plan for salary employees working 40 hours per week.
• Paid holidays for employees working 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed