Strength Coach - Studio LFT

VASA FITNESS • Crystal Lake, IL

3d • Onsite

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 each workout’s intended stimulus. They encourage and support members in a fun, results-driven strength-training experience while helping members feel successful, supported, and included.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in personal training, small-group training, CrossFit, collegiate or private strength and 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.
• Energizing and positive attitude; ability to create an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy coaching environment.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently to demonstrate exercises.

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 while exemplifying VASA’s values.
• Arrive punctually and prepared, set up the room, greet members, and start each class on time.
• Safely and accurately demonstrate exercises, including modifications, and ensure member safety during exercises.
• Lead, coach, and connect with members throughout the predetermined workout, moving around the room and actively engaging in class.
• Maintain an approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging presence.
• 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 members according to their fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications as needed.
• Use effective interpersonal communication and maintain a positive, motivating, organized approach while multitasking.
• Complete post-class cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing procedures to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Use social media such as Instagram and Facebook to promote STUDIO LFT classes and celebrate member achievements.
• Accept coaching feedback from the STUDIO Team Lead and take steps to continue growing.
• 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.
• 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: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed