Group Instructor and Coach

Life Time • Colleyville, TX

4d

About The Position

Life Time is seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to deliver its Signature Group Training formats. Coaches lead high-energy, results-driven programming and cultivate a strong sense of community and belonging. They are expected to lead with presence and purpose and understand the identity of their chosen format.

Available formats include Ultra Fit, focused on sprint-based conditioning; Alpha Strength, focused on Olympic lifting and strength coaching; Alpha Conditioning and GTX, focused on group strength and cardio; CTR (Core Tone Reform), focused on athletic Reformer training; and MB360, focused on mind-body mobility and conditioning. Each format has its own required and preferred qualifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR/AED certification, at least one nationally recognized certification related to the selected format, and at least one year of teaching or coaching experience in the relevant area. Preferred qualifications include a related bachelor’s degree, experience across multiple fitness modalities, familiarity with heart-rate training tools and performance data coaching, and a proven ability to build member relationships and community engagement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR/AED certification.
• At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format.
• At least one year of teaching or coaching experience in the area of expertise.
• Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach the chosen format.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Format-specific requirements: Ultra Fit requires a background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics; Alpha Strength requires an Olympic lifting certification such as USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent; Alpha Conditioning and GTX require strong leadership presence and the ability to coach across all fitness levels; CTR requires Reformer Pilates experience or certification; MB360 requires a background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading group-based athletic conditioning classes for Ultra Fit.
• Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming for Alpha Strength.
• Experience in bootcamp-style formats and heart-rate-based training for Alpha Conditioning and GTX.
• A background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats for CTR.
• A strong motivational presence; particularly suited to yoga teachers, yoga sculpt or barre instructors, and fitness instructors seeking to create impactful class experiences for MB360.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Experience teaching across multiple fitness modalities.
• Familiarity with heart-rate training tools and performance data coaching.
• Proven ability to build strong member relationships and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to the selected Signature format.
• Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications to support participants at all fitness levels.
• Create a motivating, inclusive, and high-energy group environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.
• Promote Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture.
• Participate in brand trainings, teach-backs, and ongoing coaching development.
• Physically demonstrate and effectively teach the selected format.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED