Les Mills Instructor (MA)

The Edge Fitness Clubs•Manchester, CT

About The Position

The Les Mills Instructor delivers safe, effective, and motivating group fitness classes and creates a positive, welcoming member experience. The instructor demonstrates proper techniques and form, adjusts intensity when needed, builds community through member interactions, and encourages class participation. The role requires teaching at least two classes per week and following Group Exercise policies and procedures. Instructors also communicate with club management about member concerns and equipment maintenance, arrange substitutes when needed, promote classes and events, maintain a social media presence, and participate in staff communications and occasional meetings. They are expected to maintain a professional attitude, support the Edge Fitness mission, and maintain a healthy way of life.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience teaching Les Mills formats.
Current Les Mills certification in the appropriate format, with active autoship.
Current CPR/AED certification, maintained throughout employment.
Outgoing, energetic, and able to perform in front of an audience.
Access to regular email and phone communication.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and ability to demonstrate them.

Nice To Haves

Experience with BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT, LES MILLS CORE, BODYBALANCE, BODYSTEP, BODYATTACK, or LES MILLS GRIT; other formats will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality member experiences through safe, effective, and motivational classes.
Demonstrate proper techniques and form consistent with class descriptions, modifying intensity for members when necessary.
Encourage class attendance through knowledge, skill, and emotional connection.
Teach at least two classes per week.
Create community through positive interactions with members before and after class.
Address member concerns or refer them to appropriate club management.
Report equipment maintenance needs to club management.
Build excitement for classes and recruit members to participate.
Secure appropriate substitutes to ensure class coverage in accordance with Edge policies and procedures.
Maintain a growing social media presence to attract participants to classes and special events.
Read staff communications and attend staff meetings occasionally as required.
Maintain a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors, club staff, and members.
Follow Group Exercise policies and procedures.
Support and communicate the Edge Fitness mission statement.
Maintain a healthy way of life.