Group Fitness Team Lead

VASA FITNESS•Tulsa, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Fitness Team Lead (GFTL) oversees the Group Fitness program at a VASA Fitness club. This role manages class schedules, develops instructors, and ensures programming is energetic, safe, inclusive, and suitable for all fitness levels. The GFTL works to provide members and guests with a fun, effective, community-driven class experience that reflects VASA’s quality standards and care. The role collaborates with the General Manager and other Team Leads to grow class attendance, increase Group Fitness usage, and support overall club performance. The GFTL recruits, hires, and coaches instructors, monitors class and schedule performance, executes programming and marketing standards, and fosters enthusiasm, accountability, and connection within the instructor team. The position is for a newly opening club; training begins in February and includes travel to an established club in another market.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique fitness classes.
Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification; recently expired certifications may be renewed within 30 days of hire.
Current CPR/AED certification.
Experience leading, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of groups.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
General knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, and physical fitness.
Self-motivation and a strong sense of ownership and urgency.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Passion for fitness, community, and helping others reach their goals.

Nice To Haves

Experience in specialty fitness studios is preferred.
Experience with Les Mills or other structured fitness formats is a plus.
Leadership experience in retail, restaurants, hospitality, sales, or other fast-paced industries can translate to the role.

Responsibilities

Oversee the club’s Group Fitness program.
Build and maintain class schedules that are competitive, on-trend, and convenient for members.
Analyze class counts, usage trends, and schedule performance to grow attendance and engagement.
Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team of Group Fitness Instructors.
Coach instructors through regular feedback, practice sessions, and in-class evaluations.
Collaborate with other Team Leads and the General Manager to support schedules and overall club performance.
Ensure rooms and equipment are clean, safe, and operational, and promptly report maintenance needs.
Execute playbooks, marketing initiatives, and programming standards consistently.
Create a team culture of enthusiasm, accountability, and connection.
Travel to another market for training at an established club before launching the new location.

Benefits

Two complimentary gym memberships for employees, including one to share.
Discounted personal training sessions.
Eligibility to participate in 401(k) options.
Employee Assistance Program, including therapy, financial advising, and legal advice.
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.
Hourly pay of $21.00 plus bonus and commission opportunities; class rates are $35.00 per hour.