Strength Coach - Studio LFT

VASA Fitness • Villa Park, IL

6d

About The Position

STUDIO LFT Coaches are Certified Personal Trainers who lead high-energy, closely coached group strength-training workouts and provide exceptional member experiences. Coaches are friendly, upbeat, knowledgeable fitness professionals who can coach and correct common movement patterns, demonstrate exercises safely, and explain the intended stimulus of each workout. They encourage and support members in a fun, results-driven training experience while helping each member feel successful, supported, and included.

The role involves preparing the studio and greeting members so classes start on time, actively coaching and connecting with participants throughout workouts, and adapting instruction to members’ fitness levels and abilities. Coaches respond to member needs, recommend relevant VASA products and amenities, encourage non-STUDIO members to attend classes, and help promote the STUDIO LFT product through social media. They also complete post-class cleaning and organizing and remain open to feedback and continued learning.

The position is primarily based in a fitness facility and office setting, where temperature variations and ambient noise from conversations and gym equipment may occur. Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes. The listed class rate is $30.00 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in Personal Training, Small Group Training, CrossFit, Collegiate/Private Strength & Conditioning, or group fitness strength-training formats.
• NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.
• Current CPR/AED Certification.
• Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or facilitating a group.
• General knowledge and experience in kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness, or related areas.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• Passion for fitness, changing lives, and helping others reach their goals.
• Energizing and positive attitude.
• Ability to promote an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment while coaching or instructing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently to demonstrate exercises.
• Ability to deal with varied situations under limited standardization, interpret instructions, and relay instructions to clients.
• Willingness to undertake minimum local travel for support, training, or other purposes as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.
• Degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional and memorable fitness experience to STUDIO members by exemplifying the House of VASA.
• Arrive punctually and prepared, set up the room, and greet members so each class starts on time.
• Safely and accurately demonstrate exercises, including modifications, and help ensure member safety during exercises.
• Actively participate in classes, moving around the room to lead, coach, and connect with members throughout the workout.
• Maintain an approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging manner.
• Respond promptly to member needs and concerns and provide excellent customer service.
• Recommend VASA Fitness products and amenities that meet members’ needs.
• Invite and encourage non-STUDIO members to attend STUDIO LFT classes to build membership and attendance.
• Coach individuals according to their fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications as needed so members feel successful, supported, and included.
• Complete post-class cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Use social media, including Instagram and Facebook, to promote STUDIO LFT, invite followers to classes, and celebrate member wins.
• Accept coaching feedback from the STUDIO Team Lead and take action to continue growing.
• Attend classes led by other STUDIO LFT coaches to learn and improve coaching skills.
• Multitask and stay organized while communicating effectively and maintaining a positive, motivating presence.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships: one for the employee and one to give away.
• 401k options.
• Employees working 30 or more hours per week may receive Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employees working 40 hours per week may receive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, and health, dental, and vision benefits.

What This Job Offers

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