Group Fitness Instructor
About The Position
Life Time is seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to deliver its Signature Group Training formats. Signature Format Coaches inspire and empower members through high-energy, results-driven programming while fostering community and belonging, and lead with a strong understanding of their chosen format. Available formats include Ultra Fit, focused on sprint-based conditioning; Alpha Strength, focused on Olympic lifting and strength coaching; Alpha Conditioning and GTX, focused on group strength and cardio; CTR (Core Tone Reform), focused on athletic Reformer training; and MB360, focused on mind-body mobility and conditioning. Each format has its own required background or certification and preferred experience. The position pays a class rate of $40.00 to $75.00, based on experience, qualifications, and class duration. The rate covers all working time associated with teaching classes, including pre- and post-class work. Team members receive a subsidized membership, discounts, retirement savings plan, and training and professional development. Additional benefits are available to full-time team members.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR/AED certification.
- At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format.
- At least 1 year of teaching or coaching experience in the relevant area of expertise.
- Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach the chosen format.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Format-specific requirements: Ultra Fit requires a background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics; Alpha Strength requires an Olympic lifting certification such as USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent; Alpha Conditioning and GTX require strong leadership presence and the ability to coach across fitness levels; CTR requires Reformer Pilates experience or certification; MB360 requires a background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Experience teaching across multiple fitness modalities.
- Familiarity with heart rate training tools and performance data coaching.
- Proven ability to build strong member relationships and community engagement.
- Ultra Fit: Experience leading group-based athletic conditioning classes.
- Alpha Strength: Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming.
- Alpha Conditioning and GTX: Experience in bootcamp-style formats and heart rate-based training.
- CTR: Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats.
- MB360: Strong motivational presence; experience as a yoga teacher, yoga sculpt or barre instructor, or fitness instructor creating impactful class experiences.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to the selected Signature format.
- Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications for participants at all fitness levels.
- Create a motivating, inclusive, and high-energy group environment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.
- Promote Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture.
- Participate in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development.
Benefits
- Fully subsidized membership.
- Discounts on Life Time products and services.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members aged 21 and older.
- Training and professional development.
- Paid sick leave where required by law.
- Full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Full-time team members: life insurance.
- Full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
- Full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
- Full-time team members who meet the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
