Group Fitness Instructor

VASA Fitness • Bellevue, NE

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Instructor provides an exceptional member experience through fun, engaging fitness classes. Instructors motivate and uplift members through movement and community, teaching safe and effective classes with options for varying fitness levels and abilities. The role requires a knowledgeable, energetic, positive, and approachable instructor who helps create an inclusive, supportive environment and promotes classes to retain and attract participants.

The position is based primarily in a fitness facility and office setting, with possible temperature variations and ambient noise from conversation and gym equipment. Employees work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours. Compensation is $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.

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.
• 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 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.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of personal, small group, or group fitness instruction experience.
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional fitness experience to Studio members by exemplifying the company's UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is delivered 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 the space.
• Respond promptly to member needs and concerns while providing professional, approachable customer service.
• Teach safe and effective classes, communicate clearly, and offer options for different fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community.
• Promote classes to retain participants and invite new ones.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees: one for themselves and one to give away.
• 401(k) options.
• For employees working 30 or more hours per week: hourly paid time off, health, dental, and vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
• For employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan for salaried employees and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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