Head Coach

Orangetheory Fitness 10006; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Premier studio membership

Brand training & development credits

Job summary

Orangetheory Fitness Creekside is seeking a high-energy Head Coach to lead our fitness team and community. You will manage certified coaches, ensure top-class execution of routines, and drive member retention through science-backed, heart-rate interval training.

Responsibilities include recruiting and mentoring staff, delivering 15–20 sessions weekly, maintaining safety and brand standards, and overseeing operations and analytics with the Studio Manager.

Qualifications

• Current NCCA-accredited fitness certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM) or equivalent Canadian standard.
• Valid CPR/AED certification required.
• 1–2 years of experience as a Group Fitness Instructor, leadership preferred.
• Must complete Orangetheory Fitness Coach Training Certification upon hire.
• Strong public speaking and multitasking abilities; familiarity with heart-rate tracking software and member databases.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor a team of Orangetheory Fitness Coaches.
• Deliver 15–20 high-energy classes per week, leading from the front and setting the standard.
• Deliver high-energy, safe and motivating OTF workouts per brand template.
• Dedicate 10–15 hours per week to operational duties and staff leadership.
• Manage coach scheduling to ensure optimal class coverage and safety of equipment.
• Monitor attendance, utilization, and member retention; collaborate with Studio Manager on goals.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive studio community and run fitness challenges.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Team development

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Multitasking

Education

NCCA-accredited fitness certification

CPR/AED certification

Canadian standard fitness certification

Tools

Heart-rate tracking software

Studio sound systems

Member management databases

Scheduling software

Job description

Orangetheory Fitness Creekside is looking for a high energy, results driven Head Coach to lead our fitness team and community. As the Head Coach, you will be responsible for managing a team of certified fitness coaches, ensuring the highest standards of class execution, and driving member retention. You will blend your passion for science backed, heart rate-based interval training with strong leadership skills to cultivate an electric studio culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor a team of Orangetheory Fitness Coaches. Conduct regular evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and lead monthly staff meetings.
• Coaching Requirements: Deliver a minimum of 15–20 high-energy classes per week, leading from the front and setting the standard for workout execution.
• Class Execution: Deliver high-energy, safe, and motivating OTF workouts, maintaining strict compliance with the daily brand template.
• Administrative Time: Dedicate 10–15 hours per week to operational duties, including staff leadership, performance tracking, and studio management collaboration.
• Operations & Compliance: Manage the coach scheduling system to ensure optimal class coverage. Ensure all equipment (treadmills, rowers, and weight floors) is clean, calibrated, and safe.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor key performance metrics, including studio attendance, utilization rates, and member retention. Work closely with the Studio Manager to hit operational goals.
• Community Engagement: Foster an inclusive, supportive environment for members. Organize and execute studio fitness challenges (e.g., Hell Week, Transformation Challenge).

Requirements & Qualifications

• Certifications: Current NCCA-accredited fitness certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM) or equivalent Canadian standard (e.g., Canfitpro, CSEP).
• First Aid: Valid CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Group Fitness Instructor, with prior leadership or management experience preferred.
• Brand Training: Must successfully complete the Orangetheory Fitness Coach Training Certification program upon hire.
• Skills: Strong public speaking and multi-tasking abilities. Competency in navigating sound systems, heart-rate tracking software, and member management databases.

Benefits & Compensation

• Industry leading compensation
• Performance-based monthly bonuses tied directly to studio growth, utilization and member retention metrics.
• Complimentary premier studio membership
• Paid brand training programs and ongoing professional development credits

If you have a passion for fitness and would like to help us in our mission to spread More Life to our members and community,

Orangetheory Fitness is committed to being an equal employer and a leader in supporting and valuing the diversity of the people, organizations, and communities we serve. Orangetheory Fitness is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment and business decisions at Orangetheory Fitness are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.