Strength Coach - Studio LFT

VASA Fitness • Wheaton, IL

11d • $30 - $30

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 demonstrate technical proficiency in coaching and correcting common movement patterns, explaining the intended stimulus of workouts, and adapting exercises to members’ fitness levels and abilities. The role focuses on creating a fun, results-driven environment in which members feel successful, supported, and included.

Coaches prepare the studio and greet members so classes begin on time, actively coach and engage participants throughout each workout, and complete post-class cleaning and organizing procedures. They provide customer service, promote STUDIO LFT classes and related VASA products, and remain open to feedback and continued learning. The primary work setting is a fitness facility and office, with possible temperature variations and ambient noise. 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 or private strength and 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 create an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy coaching environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently to demonstrate exercises.
• Ability to communicate instructions accurately and to interpret and relay instructions to clients.
• Willingness to travel locally as needed for support, training, or other purposes.

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 help ensure member safety.
• Actively lead, coach, and connect with members throughout the workout by engaging and moving around the room.
• Maintain an approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging manner.
• Respond promptly to member needs and concerns and recommend VASA products and amenities when appropriate.
• Invite and encourage non-STUDIO members to attend STUDIO LFT classes to build membership and attendance.
• Coach members at their individual fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications as needed.
• Use effective interpersonal communication and remain organized, positive, motivating, and able to multitask.
• Complete post-class cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing procedures.
• 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 appropriate steps to continue developing skills.
• Attend classes led by other STUDIO LFT coaches to learn and improve.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships for all employees, one for the employee and one to give away.
• 401(k) 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