Group Fitness Instructor

VASA Fitness • Dearborn, MI

5d • 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, creating an inclusive, supportive environment while teaching safe and effective classes for people with different fitness levels and abilities. The role works primarily in a fitness facility and office setting and requires regular attendance during scheduled shifts and business hours.

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 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 training, 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 by exemplifying VASA's UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience 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.
• Be approachable, professional, and engaging, and respond promptly to member needs and concerns.
• Communicate clearly and teach safe, effective classes with options for varying fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an energetic, inclusive, fun, and supportive community in class.
• Promote classes to retain participants and invite new participants.

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.
• Paid time off for hourly 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed