Group Fitness Instructor - Studio LFT Strength Coach

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: STUDIO LFT Coach

REPORTS TO: STUDIO Team Lead

COMPENSATION: $30.00 per hour

JOIN OUR TEAM

At VASA Fitness, we want to create an uplifting experience for everyone by offering inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. The foundation of our brand is rooted in a culture centered on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. Because our culture is alive—embodied by members and team members alike—VASA is a place where lives are changed because of authentic connections made within our supportive community.

Our people BELIEVE in our brand, are HARD WORKING, have HIGH STANDARDS, and GIVE ENERGY to others.

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive, all-encompassing benefits package which includes healthcare benefits for employees who work 20 hours per week. All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships—one for themselves and another to give away—plus 401k options.

• 30 hours per week employees: Paid Time Off (hourly), Health, Dental, Vision Benefits and Paid Parental Leave (in addition to above)
• 40 hours per week employees: Flexible Vacation Plan (salary) & Paid Holidays (in addition to above)

Come join VASA Fitness and join a passionate, fun, and united team!

We are proud to be a ‘Great Place to Work' certified company!

PURPOSE

STUDIO LFT Coaches are Certified Personal Trainers who deliver a high-energy, closely coached group strength training workout while providing exceptional member experiences. They are friendly, upbeat, knowledgeable fitness professionals who are technically proficient in coaching and correcting common movement patterns, and explaining the intended stimulus of each provided workout. STUDIO LFT Coaches will encourage and support members in a fun, results-driven strength training experience.

DELIVERABLES

Consistently provide an exceptional and memorable fitness experience to all STUDIO members by exemplifying our House of VASA.

• Be punctual and prepared, making sure the room is set up and members are greeted at the door to start each class on time.
• Safely and accurately demonstrate exercises (including modifications) with correct form and ensure the safety of members during each exercise.
• Actively engage in the class and move around the room while leading, coaching, and connecting with members for the entirety of the predetermined workouts.
• Be approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging.
• Provide excellent customer service by promptly responding to member needs and concerns.
• Appropriately recommend additional VASA Fitness products and amenities that meet the members' needs.
• Actively invites and encourages non-STUDIO members to attend STUDIO LFT classes to build STUDIO membership and class attendance.
• Coach individuals at their personal fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications when needed, to ensure each member feels successful, supported, and included as part of the VASA community.
• Ability to multitask and be organized, positive, and motivating with effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Executes post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing to provide a safe, clean, and bright environment.
• Willingness to engage with social media such as Instagram and Facebook to promote the STUDIO LFT product, invite your followers to your STUDIO LFT classes, and celebrate member wins.
• Openness to coaching feedback from your STL and a willingness to take any necessary action to continue growing.
• Willingness to take classes from other STUDIO LFT coaches, in an effort to learn and improve your skills.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 in leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or facilitating a group of people.
• General knowledge and experience of kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness etc.
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Passionate about fitness, changing lives and helping others reach their goals.
• Energizing & positive attitude
• Promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment when coaching/instructing.
• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primary work in a fitness facility and office setting. Temperature variations can occur. The environment includes some ambient noise such as talking and use of gym equipment and machinery.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES & REQUIREMENTS

• Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Physical Strength: Non-Sedentary work. Stands, sits, lifts, stoops, kneels, crouches, and bends frequently throughout the day. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently to demonstrate exercises.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under limited standardization. Able to interpret various instructions and relay instructions to clients.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

VASA Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: $30.00 per Hour Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.