Group Fitness Team Lead

VASA FITNESS • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

The Group Fitness Team Lead (GFTL) oversees the Group Fitness program at a VASA club. The role manages class schedules, develops instructors, and ensures programming is high-energy, safe, inclusive, and suitable for all fitness levels. The GFTL helps members and guests have an exceptional experience through fun, effective, community-driven classes, and collaborates with other team leads and the General Manager to grow attendance, maximize Group Fitness usage, and maintain VASA's quality standards.

The position also includes 8–10 hours per week in a customer-facing Front Desk role, welcoming members and guests, conducting club tours, processing POS transactions, booking classes, answering questions, and promoting VASA programs and services. VASA provides training and support as the team lead builds and develops an instructor team.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique fitness classes.
• A 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.
• Availability to work 8–10 hours per week in a customer-facing Front Desk role.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in specialty fitness studios.
• Experience with Les Mills or other structured fitness formats.
• Leadership experience in retail, restaurants, hospitality, sales, or other fast-paced industries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the club's Group Fitness program and manage class schedules.
• Analyze class counts, usage trends, and schedule performance to grow class attendance and Group Fitness engagement.
• Build and maintain class schedules that are competitive, on-trend, and convenient for members.
• Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team of Group Fitness Instructors who embody VASA's values.
• Coach instructors through regular feedback, practice sessions, and in-class evaluations.
• Collaborate with other Team Leads and the General Manager to align schedules and support overall club performance.
• Ensure rooms and equipment are clean, safe, and fully operational, and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Execute playbooks, marketing initiatives, and programming standards consistently.
• Create a culture of enthusiasm, accountability, and connection within the team.
• Work 8–10 hours per week in a customer-facing Front Desk role, including welcoming members and guests, conducting club tours, processing POS transactions, booking classes, answering questions, and promoting VASA programs and services.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees, one for the employee and one to share.
• Discounted personal training sessions.
• Eligibility to participate in 401(k) options.
• Employee Assistance Program, including free therapy, financial advising, legal advice, and more.
• For employees working 30 or more hours per week: paid time off, health benefits, dental benefits, 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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed