Group Fitness Instructor
About The Position
VASA Fitness is hiring a Group Fitness Instructor to provide an exceptional member experience through fun, inclusive group fitness. The instructor motivates and uplifts members through movement and community, teaches safe and effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities, and helps create an energetic, supportive environment. The role is based primarily in a fitness facility and office setting, where temperature variations and ambient noise from conversation and gym equipment may occur. Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.
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.
- 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 stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Ability to interpret varied instructions and relay them to clients.
- Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours; attendance is an essential duty.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of personal training, 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, to maintain a safe, clean, and bright environment.
- Be approachable, professional, and engaging, and promptly respond to member needs and concerns.
- Communicate clearly and teach safe, effective classes that offer options for different fitness levels and abilities.
- Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community through an inspiring and energetic approach.
- Actively promote classes to retain existing participants and invite new participants.
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.
- For employees working 30 or more hours per week: hourly paid time off, health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
- For employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan (salary) and paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
