Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 0–1 year of experience in personal training, small group training, and/or group fitness training.
• NCCA-accredited personal training or group fitness certification.
• General knowledge and experience in kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness, or related areas.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Current certification for the applicable format.
• Passion for fitness, changing lives, and helping others reach their goals.
• Energizing and positive attitude.
• Ability to promote an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of a group.
• Ability to talk frequently and convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Ability to stand and walk most of the time and lift, push, pull, and move at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical criteria of the format being instructed.
• Ability to handle a variety of variables under limited standardization, interpret instructions, and relay instructions to clients.
• Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours; attendance is an essential duty.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of personal/small group training or group fitness instruction experience.
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.
• Specialty format certification (such as Zumba, Les Mills, or HIGH Fitness), yoga certification (200- or 500-hour RYT), or cycle certification (such as Schwinn, Spinning, Beatboss, or AFAA Indoor Cycling).

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional fitness experience to studio members by exemplifying VASA’s UPLIFT core values.
• Ensure the Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is delivered in every class.
• Arrive punctually and prepared, prepare the room, and greet members at the door on time.
• Demonstrate exercises and movements safely and accurately, and actively monitor member performance.
• Complete post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the space.
• Be approachable, professional, and engaging, and promptly respond to member needs and concerns.
• Communicate clearly and teach safe, effective classes with options for different fitness levels and abilities.
• Create an inclusive, fun, and supportive class community through an inspiring and energetic approach.
• Promote classes to retain existing participants and invite new participants.
• Work regularly scheduled shifts during business hours to assist members and sell services in person.
• Travel locally as needed for support, training, or other purposes.

Benefits

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