Group Fitness Instructor - Les Mills Formats
About The Position
The Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) teaches Les Mills format classes and provides members with an exceptional fitness experience through energetic, safe, and inclusive instruction. The instructor motivates and uplifts members through movement and community, demonstrates exercises accurately, monitors participants, and provides options for different fitness levels and abilities. The role also includes preparing the studio, welcoming members, completing post-class cleaning and organization, addressing member needs, and promoting classes to retain and attract participants. The position is based primarily in a fitness facility and office setting, where temperature variations and ambient noise from conversation and gym equipment may occur. Regularly scheduled shifts during business hours are required. The role is hourly and non-exempt, with a stated 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.
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 as needed.
- Ability to talk frequently and convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
- Ability to stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
- Ability to handle a variety of variables under limited standardization, interpret instructions, and relay instructions to clients.
- Regular attendance and work during scheduled shifts are essential.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of personal or 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.
- Execute the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) 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 cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing to maintain a safe, clean, and bright environment.
- Provide professional, engaging customer service and respond promptly to member needs and concerns.
- Teach safe and effective classes, communicating clearly and offering options for varied fitness levels and abilities.
- Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community through energetic instruction.
- Actively promote classes to retain participants and invite new participants.
- Work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to assist members and sell services in person.
Benefits
- Two complimentary gym memberships: one for the employee and one to give away.
- 401(k) options.
- Employees working 30 or more hours per week: paid time off, health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
- Employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan and paid holidays, in addition to the benefits above.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
