Group Fitness Instructor

Crunch Fitness•Chatsworth, CA

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) serves as an ambassador of the club's fitness culture, leading safe, engaging, and results-driven group exercise classes. The instructor designs and delivers workouts for participants with varying fitness levels and abilities, provides exercise instruction and modifications, demonstrates proper technique, and monitors participants to encourage safe movement. The role calls for a motivating, energetic, and professional presence that helps members pursue their fitness goals and supports member satisfaction, engagement, and community. The instructor fosters a welcoming and inclusive class environment, builds positive relationships with members and guests, delivers customer service, and responds professionally to questions and feedback. The role also promotes group fitness offerings and club initiatives, collaborates with instructors, trainers, and staff, attends required meetings and training, and assists with club events as requested. Operational duties include following sign-in and sign-out procedures, maintaining clean and organized studios and training spaces, ensuring equipment is used safely and returned after class, and complying with company policies and brand standards. The position requires the ability to demonstrate movements and move continuously during classes, handle fitness equipment as necessary, and work flexible schedules that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a minimum age of 18, prior experience teaching group exercise classes, and current CPR/AED certification. A nationally recognized group fitness certification is preferred. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and maintain that eligibility throughout employment. Compensation is $22.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 18 years of age.
Previous experience teaching group exercise classes to participants with varying fitness levels.
Strong knowledge of exercise science, fitness programming, and proper exercise technique.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Ability to motivate and engage groups in a dynamic fitness environment.
Strong customer service orientation and commitment to an exceptional member experience.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Current CPR/AED certification, maintained throughout employment.
Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to maintain work authorization throughout employment; required employment verification documentation must be provided upon hire.
Ability to lead and demonstrate exercise movements for extended periods.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move continuously during class instruction.
Ability to lift, carry, and move fitness equipment as necessary.
Ability to safely demonstrate exercises and assist participants with proper form and technique.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Nationally recognized Group Fitness Certification, including AFAA, ACE, or NASM.
Valid specialty certifications, such as Yoga or Pilates certifications, which may be accepted based on class format and club needs.

Responsibilities

Lead group fitness classes in a safe, effective, and motivating manner.
Design and deliver workouts that accommodate participants with varying fitness levels and abilities.
Provide exercise instruction, modifications, and progressions; demonstrate proper technique and monitor participants for safe movement.
Maintain energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism during classes.
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for members and guests.
Build relationships with participants, encourage ongoing class participation, and provide exceptional customer service.
Motivate members toward their fitness goals through encouragement, education, and accountability.
Respond professionally to member questions, concerns, and feedback.
Promote group fitness offerings, special events, and personal training programs.
Support initiatives to improve member engagement, retention, and participation.
Collaborate with instructors, trainers, and club staff to build a positive fitness community.
Attend required team meetings, training sessions, and continuing education programs.
Assist with club events, member appreciation activities, and other initiatives as requested.
Follow instructor sign-in and sign-out procedures.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and presentation of group fitness studios and training spaces.
Ensure equipment is used safely and returned to its designated location after class.
Comply with company policies, procedures, operational standards, mission, values, and brand standards.
Perform additional duties assigned by club management.