Group Fitness Instructor

VASA Fitness • Colorado Springs, CO

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor provides an exceptional member experience through fun, uplifting fitness. Instructors motivate members through movement and community, teach safe and effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities, and help create an inclusive, energetic, and supportive environment. The role is based primarily in a fitness facility and office setting, with some ambient noise and possible temperature variations. Regular attendance and working scheduled shifts during business hours are essential. Pay 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. Training for the new club begins in November.

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.
• Positive, energizing attitude and ability to promote an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of a group.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to interpret varied instructions and relay them to clients.
• Regular attendance and availability for scheduled shifts during business hours.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.

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 to Studio members while exemplifying VASA’s UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is carried out 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 professional, approachable, and engaging customer service, responding promptly 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.
• Promote classes to retain participants and invite new ones.
• Work scheduled shifts during business hours and assist members and sell services in person.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for employees working 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 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 salary employees working 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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