Strength Coach - STUDIO LFT

VASA FITNESS • Cedar Rapids, IA

98d • Onsite

About The Position

STUDIO LFT Coaches are Certified Personal Trainers who deliver 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 and explain the intended stimulus of each workout. They encourage and support members in a fun, results-driven strength training experience. The primary work setting is a fitness facility and office, 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.

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 with, 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.
• An energizing and positive attitude.
• Ability to create an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment when coaching or instructing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently to demonstrate exercises.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare the room, greet members, and start each class on time.
• Demonstrate exercises and modifications safely and accurately, using correct form and ensuring member safety.
• Actively lead, coach, and connect with members throughout the scheduled workouts, moving around the room as needed.
• Provide approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging service.
• Respond promptly to member needs and concerns.
• 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 members according to their individual fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications so they feel successful, supported, and included.
• Remain organized, positive, and motivating while multitasking and communicating effectively.
• Clean, sanitize, and organize the facility after class.
• Use social media, including Instagram and Facebook, to promote STUDIO LFT, invite followers to classes, and celebrate member successes.
• Accept coaching feedback from the STUDIO Team Lead and take necessary actions to continue developing.
• Attend classes led by other STUDIO LFT coaches to learn and improve coaching skills.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees, including one to give away.
• 401(k) options.
• Employees working 30 or more hours per week: hourly paid time off, health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
• Employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan for salaried employees and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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