Group Instructor and Coach
About The Position
Life Time is seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to join their team and deliver premier Signature Group Training format(s). The role empowers coaches to lead an exceptional member experience aligned with their background, whether in sprint coaching, Olympic lifting, bootcamp-style conditioning, Reformer-based athletic training, or mind-body performance. Signature Format Coaches will inspire and empower members through high-energy, results-driven programming, cultivating a strong sense of community and belonging, and leading with presence, purpose, and a deep understanding of their chosen format’s unique identity. Life Time operates over 160 athletic country clubs, offering a comprehensive ecosystem that goes beyond fitness to encompass all aspects of well-being. Every career at Life Time supports the goal of helping people live happier, healthier lives by providing entertaining, educational, friendly, and inviting experiences of uncompromising quality. The company promotes an inviting community that supports everyone on their path to a healthy way of life.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- CPR/AED Certification
- At least one nationally recognized certification related to your chosen format
- 1+ year teaching or coaching experience in your area of expertise
- Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach your format
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
- Background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics (for Ultra Fit)
- Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent) (for Alpha Strength)
- Strong leadership presence and ability to coach across all fitness levels (for Alpha Conditioning & GTX)
- Reformer Pilates experience or certification (for CTR (Core Tone Reform))
- Background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training (for MB360)
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
- 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 & GTX)
- Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats (for CTR (Core Tone Reform))
- Strong motivational presence; ideal for yoga teachers, yoga sculpt, barre, or fitness instructors looking to create meaningful, impactful class experiences that go beyond exercise (for MB360)
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to your 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
