Group Fitness Instructor - Les Mills CORE, Barre & Mat Pilates

VASA FITNESS • Oklahoma City, OK

6d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

VASA Fitness is hiring a Group Fitness Instructor to teach Les Mills CORE, Barre, and Mat Pilates classes. The instructor provides an exceptional member experience through fun, inclusive fitness, motivating participants through movement and community. Instructors are expected to reflect VASA’s UPLIFT core values and create a supportive, energetic environment for members of different fitness levels and abilities.

The role is primarily based in a fitness facility and office setting, where temperature variations and ambient noise from conversation and gym equipment may occur. Compensation is $21.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience. Instructors are paid the class hourly rate, with minimum wage paid for preparation time or class time exceeding 60 minutes per class. Attendance is an essential duty, and employees must work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours.

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 with 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 frequently and convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Ability to stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to manage varied situations with limited standardization, interpret instructions, and relay instructions to clients.
• Must work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours; attendance is an essential duty.

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 providing options for varied fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an inclusive, fun, 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.
• Paid time off for 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 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