Group Fitness Instructor

Life Time Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO

6d • $33 - $68

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor provides engaging, educational, and entertaining group fitness classes in a safe environment, promoting fitness and positive self-esteem. The instructor serves as a fitness resource for participants, builds positive relationships that encourage ongoing attendance, meets daily class attendance goals, and promotes Life Time programs, products, and services. Instructors may teach a variety of formats, including strength, cardio, boxing and kickboxing, barre, cycling, dance, yoga, ARORA, and small-group training classes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of fitness instructor work experience.
• CPR/AED certification.
• At least one group exercise certification from NASM, ACE, AFAA, or AEA.
• Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class, potentially including standing, walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneeling.
• Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to perform exercises specific to the assigned class.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships with class participants by teaching a variety of challenging and entertaining classes.
• Educate class participants on correct form and alternative movements during fitness routines.
• Listen attentively to members, answer questions, and engage in conversation before and after classes.
• Clean and organize the studio space after each class.
• Provide current music for each class that entertains and motivates while ensuring appropriate language.
• Promote Life Time promotions, programs, products, and services, specifically encouraging participation in Life Time classes.

Benefits

• Fully subsidized membership.
• Discounts on Life Time products and services.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
• Training and professional development.
• Paid sick leave where required by law.
• Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Full-time team members are eligible for short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Full-time team members are eligible for life insurance.
• Full-time team members are eligible for pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
• Full-time team members are eligible for parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Full-time team members are eligible for paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
• Full-time team members may be eligible for a deferred compensation plan if they meet the required income threshold.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED