Group Fitness Instructor - Silver Sneakers

VASA Fitness • South Jordan, UT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

VASA Fitness is hiring a Group Fitness Instructor to provide an exceptional member experience through fun, inclusive fitness. Instructors motivate and uplift participants through movement and community, teach safe and effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities, and help create an energetic, welcoming studio environment. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with a pay range of $21.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience. Instructors are paid the class hourly rate and minimum wage for preparation time or class time exceeding 60 minutes per class.

The role primarily takes place in a fitness facility and office setting, where temperature variations and ambient noise from conversations and gym equipment may occur. Attendance is an essential duty; employees must work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to assist members and sell services in person. Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.

VASA offers healthcare benefits to employees working 30 or more hours per week. All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships and 401(k) options. Employees working 30 or more hours per week also receive hourly paid time off, health, dental, and vision benefits, and paid parental leave. Employees working 40 hours per week receive a flexible vacation plan for salaried employees and paid holidays, in addition to the benefits listed above.

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.
• Energizing and positive attitude; ability to promote an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of a group.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.
• Ability to communicate detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Ability to stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to handle varied situations under limited standardization and interpret and relay instructions to clients.
• Regular attendance and work during scheduled shifts and business hours.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of personal, small-group training, or group fitness instruction experience.
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.
• Specialty-format certification, such as Zumba, Les Mills, or HIGH Fitness.
• Yoga certification (200- or 500-hour RYT).
• Cycle certification, such as Schwinn, Spinning, Beatboss, or AFAA Indoor Cycling.

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, ensure the room is ready, and greet members at the door on time.
• Demonstrate exercises and movements safely and accurately, and actively monitor members’ performance during class.
• Complete post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing, to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Be approachable, professional, and engaging, and respond 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 regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to 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 personal use and one to give away.
• 401(k) options.
• Hourly paid time off for 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 salaried employees working 40 hours per week.
• Paid holidays for employees working 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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