Group X Instructor

Mountainside Fitness • Mesa, AZ

2d • $24 - $28

About The Position

Group X Instructors teach scheduled group fitness classes at Mountainside Fitness while following club policies, safety guidelines, and applicable certification standards. They are responsible for delivering classes that align with approved formats and descriptions, providing clear instruction and exercise modifications, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for Members. The role also involves communicating with Members and staff, supporting club events and class coverage, and caring for studio spaces and equipment.

Instructors must complete required training, maintain current approved certifications for the formats they teach, accurately record attendance, and teach at least 75% of their regularly scheduled classes. Instructors teaching at least one permanent class per week are eligible for a complimentary employee membership.

Requirements

• Be familiar with the Mountainside Fitness Information packet and Employee Handbook.
• Complete all training within 30 days.
• Pass a drug test before starting work.
• Abide by minimum safety guidelines determined by Mountainside Fitness, with recommendations from ACE, AFAA, and current research.
• Maintain valid, current, approved certifications for all class formats instructed.
• Have the physical ability to safely perform class movements while demonstrating proper exercise form.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Employee Handbook, club policies, Class Coverage Policy, and applicable safety guidelines.
• Complete required new-hire training before teaching a first class and complete all training within 30 days.
• Accurately record attendance for every class taught and teach at least 75% of regularly scheduled classes.
• Maintain valid, current, approved certifications for all instructed class formats.
• Demonstrate proper exercise form, safely perform class movements, and provide clear verbal and visual cues and modifications.
• Arrive 10 minutes before class and begin and end classes on schedule.
• Welcome new Members, explain the class format and expectations, and assist with equipment setup when needed.
• Use the Mountainside App to communicate class reminders, announcements, and equipment needs; make club announcements during class when appropriate.
• Deliver classes aligned with approved formats and descriptions, build positive Member relationships, and foster an inclusive, supportive atmosphere.
• Educate Members on exercise techniques and current fitness knowledge and facilitate communication with club management when needed.
• Check email regularly and respond to communications in a timely manner.
• Assist with class coverage and substitute classes when available.
• Participate in club events, support fellow Instructors and new class launches, and participate in the BAND app.
• Promote Mountainside Fitness and personal classes through social media and community engagement.
• Treat club facilities, equipment, and electronics with care; clean up after classes and return equipment to designated storage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in studios and workout spaces.

Benefits

• Complimentary gym membership for instructors who teach at least one permanent class per week.
• Deep personal training discounts.
• Onsite childcare.
• Consistent week-to-week schedules.
• Flexible pay for hourly employees, with access to earned wages when needed.
• Growth opportunities, with General Managers promoted from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed