Group X Coach

24 Hour Fitness USA•Pleasanton, CA

About The Position

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring, and motivating group exercise experience by delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle programs to members and guests. Sessions may be conducted in person or using virtual technology and should be welcoming, encouraging, challenging, high-quality, and safe for participants at varying fitness levels. The coach is expected to teach an average of at least two classes per week, build attendance, provide positive customer service, and support club organization and operations. The position reports to the General Manager and interacts with club staff, members, and guests. A current approved group exercise primary certification for the taught format and a high school diploma or GED are required. Previous group exercise instruction experience is preferred. Duties involve physical activity such as lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, hopping, jumping, kicking, and prolonged standing and walking. The work environment includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional loud noise. Weekend and holiday availability may be needed to support the business.

Requirements

Current approved group exercise primary certification for the format taught.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
Strong communication skills and ability to connect with a wide variety of people.
Enthusiastic and energetic approach to fostering a community feel in group sessions.
Passion for fitness and helping others achieve health and wellness goals.
Ability to perform physical activities including lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, hopping, jumping, kicking, and prolonged standing and walking.
Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed to support the business.

Nice To Haves

Previous group exercise instruction experience.

Responsibilities

Coach pre-choreographed or freestyle group sessions and classes for members with varying fitness levels, in person or via virtual technology.
Deliver sessions in a welcoming, encouraging, and appropriately challenging manner.
Promote safe participation by educating members on safe techniques and guidelines.
Build class attendance through strong teaching skills and the ability to connect with and motivate participants.
Maintain an average of at least two coached classes per week.
Provide positive customer service to members and guests before and after sessions.
Handle member concerns or refer them to appropriate club management.
Report broken equipment and maintenance needs to club management.
Recruit new members to join classes.
Start and finish sessions on schedule.
Organize equipment and help maintain a clean and organized club.
Find appropriate substitutes for class coverage in accordance with company policy and guidelines.
Maintain a strong social media presence to attract participants to classes and special events.
Attend staff meetings on occasion as required.