Head Coach

Orangetheory Fitness 10084; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Performance-based monthly bonuses

Complimentary premier studio memberhip

Paid brand training & development

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Orangetheory Fitness 10084 is seeking a dynamic Studio Leader to recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing team. You will deliver 15–20 energy-filled classes weekly, lead from the front, and ensure workouts follow the daily brand template with safety and motivation at the core.

You will also oversee operations, scheduling, and compliance, allocate 10–15 hours to leadership tasks, and collaborate with the Studio Manager to hit attendance and retention targets while engaging the local

Qualifications

• Current NCCA-accredited fitness certification or equivalent Canadian standard.
• CPR/AED certification valid at hire.
• 1–2 years of group fitness instructor experience; leadership preferred.
• Must complete Orangetheory Fitness Coach Training Certification on hire.
• Excellent public speaking and multitasking abilities; tech-savvy with music/room systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, mentoring and monthly staff meetings.
• Deliver 15–20 high-energy classes per week, leading by example.
• Provide high-energy, safe workouts per daily brand template.
• Dedicate 10–15 hours weekly to operations, reporting and coaching.
• Manage coach schedules; ensure clean, calibrated, safe equipment.
• Track attendance, utilization, and member retention with Studio Manager.
• Foster inclusive community and run studio challenges.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Operations management

Performance tracking

Community engagement

Public speaking

Staff development

Time management

Feedback & evaluations

Education

NCCA-accredited fitness certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

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, we would like to hear from YOU!

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.