Studio Team Lead

VASA FITNESS • Park City, IL

16h

About The Position

The Studio Team Lead (STL) leads VASA Fitness’s in-house boutique STUDIO experience, which offers small-group high-intensity interval training, infrared yoga, and strength training. The STL coaches and develops STUDIO Coaches, ensuring sessions are safe, effective, and aligned with VASA standards, while helping members and guests have an exceptional, motivating experience.

The role involves recruiting, hiring, mentoring, scheduling, and staffing coaches; building class schedules; monitoring participation trends; and balancing business goals with member experience. The STL supports membership growth and retention, works toward STUDIO sales and attendance goals, and creates a welcoming, supportive community. The position is part of a new-club launch, with training beginning in October. Training takes place at an established club in another market before the team returns to launch the new location.

Requirements

• National Group Fitness Certification or an NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification is required; both are preferred.
• Current CPR/AED certification is required.
• Three or more years of experience teaching group fitness, small-group training, or boutique fitness classes.
• Background in coaching, training, or leading teams in fitness or other industries.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• General knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, and physical fitness.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and positive mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for fitness, community, and helping people reach their goals.

Nice To Haves

• Yoga credential.
• Experience in specialty studios.
• Both a National Group Fitness Certification and an NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team of STUDIO Coaches who embody VASA’s values.
• Build class schedules that are on-trend, effective, and convenient for members.
• Schedule and staff coaches and analyze participation trends.
• Lead by example and mentor STUDIO Coaches, providing regular feedback, training, and recognition.
• Ensure coaching sessions are safe, effective, and aligned with VASA standards.
• Drive membership growth and retention through consistent, results-oriented classes.
• Meet and exceed monthly STUDIO sales and attendance goals.
• Create a supportive, energetic, and welcoming STUDIO community for all fitness levels.
• Maintain clean, safe, and motivating environments that deliver member value.
• Help ensure members and guests receive an exceptional experience through motivating classes.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships for employees, including one to share.
• Discounted personal training sessions.
• Eligibility to participate in 401(k) options.
• Employee Assistance Program, including therapy, financial advising, and legal advice.
• For employees working 30 or more hours per week: hourly paid time off, health, dental, and vision benefits, and paid parental leave.
• For employees working 40 hours per week: flexible vacation plan for salaried employees and paid holidays.
• Bonus and commission opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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