Group Instructor & Coach
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 empowers members and cultivates community and belonging, using an approach aligned with the chosen format’s identity and their professional background. Available formats include Ultra Fit sprint-based conditioning; Alpha Strength Olympic lifting and strength coaching; Alpha Conditioning & GTX group strength and cardio; CTR (Core Tone Reform) athletic Reformer training; and MB360 mind-body mobility and conditioning. The position involves teaching safe, effective workouts, coaching members of varied fitness levels, maintaining the training space, promoting Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture, and participating in training and ongoing coaching development. The class rate is $40.00 to $75.00, depending on experience, qualifications, and class duration. This rate covers all work associated with teaching, including time in class and pre- and post-class work. All team members receive a subsidized membership, product and service discounts, a 401(k) plan with discretionary company match for those age 21 and older, training and professional development, and paid sick leave where required by law. Full-time team members are eligible for additional benefits.
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 format.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Format-specific qualifications: Ultra Fit requires a background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics; Alpha Strength requires an Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent); Alpha Conditioning & GTX requires strong leadership presence and ability to coach across fitness levels; CTR requires Reformer Pilates experience or certification; MB360 requires a 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: Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats.
- MB360: Strong motivational presence; suitable experience includes yoga teaching, yoga sculpt, barre, or fitness instruction focused on meaningful class experiences beyond exercise.
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.
- For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- For full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- For full-time team members: life insurance.
- For full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
- For full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
- For full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
- For full-time team members who meet the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
