Head Coach

Orangetheory•Merrick, NY

About The Position

Orangetheory Fitness Long Island is seeking an energetic, passionate, and results-driven Head Coach to lead, inspire, and develop the studio’s coaching team. The role combines fitness coaching with team leadership, mentorship, and responsibility for the quality and consistency of the studio’s fitness experience. The Head Coach recruits, onboards, trains, mentors, and evaluates coaches; leads workouts; and ensures classes provide a consistent, inclusive, and motivating member experience. The role also partners with the Studio Manager and studio leadership to support member satisfaction, engagement, attendance, retention, and studio goals. The position requires flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and weekends based on studio needs. Compensation is $40.00–$80.00 per hour, with performance-based incentive opportunities. The posting describes leadership and career advancement opportunities, professional development, employee fitness benefits, and a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Requirements

Experience coaching group fitness classes or leading personal training sessions.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop other coaches.
A nationally recognized fitness certification accepted by Orangetheory Fitness.
Current CPR/AED certification, or the ability to obtain it before coaching.
Strong understanding of exercise science, anatomy, and safe training techniques.
Outstanding communication, presentation, and motivational skills.
High energy, a positive attitude, and an engaging personality.
Genuine passion for fitness, wellness, and helping people achieve their goals.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and hold team members accountable.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and weekends based on studio needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous Orangetheory Fitness coaching experience or fitness leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing coaching team.
Set standards for coaching, professionalism, energy, and member engagement.
Provide ongoing feedback, coaching evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
Create a positive, supportive, and accountable team environment; lead coaching meetings and training sessions.
Hold coaches accountable to Orangetheory Fitness standards while supporting their development.
Lead engaging and motivating Orangetheory Fitness workouts and ensure a consistent, high-quality member experience.
Build relationships with members, understand their fitness goals, provide exercise modifications and form corrections, and offer personalized encouragement.
Create an inclusive environment for members of all fitness levels and encourage them to pursue goals and celebrate progress.
Partner with the Studio Manager to improve member satisfaction, attendance, and retention.
Welcome introductory guests and support their transition to membership.
Identify opportunities to increase member participation and engagement.
Support studio events, fitness challenges, and community-building initiatives.
Collaborate with studio leadership to achieve membership, attendance, and retention goals.
Monitor coaching performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Maintain coaching schedules and ensure appropriate class coverage.
Ensure coaching practices meet Orangetheory Fitness brand and safety standards.
Take ownership of the quality and consistency of the studio’s fitness experience and lead by example.