Group Instructor and Coach

Life Time Inc.•Bloomington, IN

24d•$35 - $70

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 that reflects the identity of their chosen format and creates an exceptional member experience, community, and sense of belonging. Available formats include sprint-based conditioning, Olympic lifting and strength coaching, group strength and cardio, athletic Reformer training, and mind-body mobility and conditioning. The role involves delivering safe and effective workouts, adapting coaching to different fitness levels, maintaining a motivating and inclusive group environment, keeping the training space clean and professional, promoting Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture, and participating in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development. Compensation is a class rate of $35.00 to $70.00, depending on experience, qualifications, and class duration; the rate covers class time and related pre- and post-class work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CPR/AED certification.
At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format.
At least 1 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.
Ultra Fit: Background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics.
Alpha Strength: Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent).
Alpha Conditioning & GTX: Strong leadership presence and ability to coach across all fitness levels.
CTR (Core Tone Reform): Reformer Pilates experience or certification.
MB360: Background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training.

Nice To Haves

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.
Ultra Fit: Experience leading group-based athletic conditioning classes.
Alpha Strength: Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming.
Alpha Conditioning & GTX: Experience in bootcamp-style formats and heart rate-based training.
CTR (Core Tone Reform): Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats.
MB360: Strong motivational presence; suitable background includes yoga teaching, yoga sculpt, barre, or fitness instruction.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to the assigned Signature format.
Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications to support 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 chosen format.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
Full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Full-time team members: life insurance.
Full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
Full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
Full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
Full-time team members meeting the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.