Freelance Instructor

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Active is seeking talented Freelance Instructors to lead engaging group exercise classes across London and Collection clubs. You will deliver high-energy sessions, maintain safety standards, and foster a welcoming community on the gym floor.

As a freelance instructor, you will prepare each class with music and choreography, ensuring clear guidance and a motivating experience for members seeking progression and enjoyment in activity.

Qualifications

• Inspiring group instructor with stage presence and energy.
• Understands how music structures class flow.
• Experience teaching group exercise classes and giving clear instructions.
• Passion for safety and risk awareness during workouts.
• Strong focus on community and member relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group exercise classes across London/Collection clubs.
• Bring energy and personal style to every class while fostering inclusivity.
• Prepare for each class with music, equipment, choreography and content.
• Provide clear, motivating instruction and ensure safe exercise technique.
• Create energetic, memorable experiences that encourage participation and progress.
• Build positive relationships with members and support club community.

Skills

Stage presence

Music structure

Clear communication

Safety awareness

Community engagement

Job description

About the Role

Virgin Active is seeking talented and engaging Freelance Instructors to deliver group exercise classes across London and Collection clubs. The role focuses on bringing energy, expertise and community into every class while upholding Virgin Active standards and the requirements of the format taught. Instructors create inclusive, safe and motivating experiences that help members participate, progress and enjoy being active, and they work as part of the club team to support a strong member community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging group exercise classes across London and Collection clubs in line with Virgin Active standards and the requirements of the format taught.
• Bring own personality, energy and style to every class while creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class, including music, equipment, choreography and class content where relevant.
• Provide clear, confident and motivating instruction, ensuring members understand what they are doing and how to exercise safely.
• Create an energetic and memorable experience that motivates members to participate, progress and enjoy being active.
• Build positive relationships with members and contribute to a strong sense of community within the club.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, punctuality and reliability, and represent the Virgin Active brand positively and professionally both inside and outside the club.
• Follow all Virgin Active health, safety, safeguarding and operational procedures.
• Take responsibility for the cleanliness, set-up and safe use of equipment and studio space before, during and after class.
• Communicate effectively with the club team, provide appropriate feedback or report issues that may affect the member experience, and remain open to feedback to continually develop teaching and improve the member experience.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Inspiring and empowering group exercise instructor with a stage presence that can motivate members.
• Good understanding of how music can structure a class.
• Experience in teaching group exercise classes, with knowledge of the fundamentals of clear communication and giving instructions.
• Passion for keeping people safe whilst exercising, always keeping an eye out for any risks to members.
• Love of the community aspect of fitness and willingness to put in the time to develop strong relationships with members.
• Willingness to learn from those around you.
• Ability to act as a member of one team with one goal, always be yourself and work hard.
• Desire to dream big.
• Continual focus on learning and improvement, inspiring people while having fun and doing the right thing.

Workplace

• London & Collection clubs