Group Fitness Instructor

VASA FITNESS • Wheaton, IL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

At VASA Fitness, the goal is to create an uplifting experience for everyone by offering inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. The brand's foundation is rooted in a culture centered on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust, fostering a supportive community where lives are changed through authentic connections. Team members are expected to believe in the brand, be hard-working, maintain high standards, and give energy to others. The purpose of the Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) is to provide an exceptional member experience through fun and happy fitness. GFIs are described as high-energy, knowledgeable champions who motivate and uplift others through movement and community within a group fitness class.

Requirements

• 0-1 Year of experience 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 etc.
• Current CPR/ AED Certification
• Must hold current certification for applicable format.
• Specialty Format (Zumba, Les Mills, HIGH Fitness etc.)
• Yoga Certification (200 or 500 Hour RYT)
• Cycle Certifications (Schwinn, Spinning, Beatboss, AFAA Indoor Cycling)
• Passionate about fitness, changing lives and helping others reach their goals.
• Energizing & positive attitude
• Promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience in leading, communicating, coaching, teaching or performing in front of a group of people.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes as needed.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years Personal/Small Group Training or Group Fitness Instruction
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.

Responsibilities

• Consistently provide an exceptional fitness experience to all Studio members by exemplifying our UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is executed in every class.
• Punctual and prepared making sure the room is prepared and members are greeted at the door on time.
• Safely and accurately demonstrates exercises and movements and actively monitors members in class performance.
• Execute on post class procedures including cleaning, sanitizing and organizing to provide a safe, clean and bright environment.
• Be approachable, professional, and engaging and provides excellent customer service by promptly responding to member needs and concerns.
• Knowledgeable and a clear communicator teaching a safe and effective class that provides options for various fitness levels and abilities.
• Inspiring and energetic by creating community within class that is inclusive, fun and supportive.
• Actively promotes classes to retain and invite new participants

Benefits

• Competitive, all-encompassing benefits package which includes healthcare benefits for employees who work 30+ hours per week.
• Two complimentary gym memberships--one for themselves and another to give away--plus 401k options.
• For 30+ hours per week employees: Paid Time Off (hourly), Health, Dental, Vision Benefits and Paid Parental Leave.
• For 40 hours per week employees: Flexible Vacation Plan (salary) & Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees