Freelance POWER Run Trainer

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dean Group's Power Gym in Dublin is seeking a Run Trainer to join on a freelance basis. You will lead HIIT treadmill-based sessions, coach members across running and conditioning, and create a high-energy, motivating environment that aligns with Power's brand.

You’ll deliver safe, effective workouts, tailor coaching to all fitness levels, build relationships with members, and collaborate with managers and staff to ensure smooth class flow and excellent customer experience.

Qualifications

• Mandatory fitness qualifications and proven experience in group fitness instruction.
• Experience in running, HIIT, or endurance training preferred.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead HIIT treadmill-based workouts and functional training sessions.
• Provide coaching to improve running technique, endurance, and strength.
• Create a welcoming, energetic class atmosphere and engage members.
• Collaborate with club managers and staff to ensure a seamless member experience.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

HIIT

Running

Customer service

Job description

At Dean Group, we reimagine hospitality with character, not conformity. Founded in Dublin and now growing across Europe and the US, we create hotels shaped by personality, culture, and a heart-led hustle. Each of our hotels, restaurants, bars and gyms tells its own story, brought to life through humble hospitality and genuine human connection. Our people are at the centre of it all. They show up with individuality, warmth and curiosity, shaping who we are and how guests experience our hotels every day.

We welcome fresh thinking and imagination, because playing it safe never made anything unforgettable.

We’re currently seeking a Run Trainer to join the team in Power Gym in The Dean Dublin Centre on a freelance basis.

Key Areas:

• Delivering high-energy, interval-based treadmill and conditioning workouts
• Providing exceptional customer service to members
• Creating an engaging and motivating training environment
• Supporting member retention through relationship-building and engagement
• Upholding operational standards, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance

Job Purpose:

The Run Trainer plays a pivotal role in delivering an intense, results-driven running and conditioning experience. This role requires energy, skill, and leadership, ensuring members are challenged, motivated, and engaged in every session.

Trainers are responsible for programming and leading classes, coaching members at all fitness levels, and fostering a positive, high-energy atmosphere that aligns with Power’s mission. They are expected to embody the Power brand, build strong relationships with members, and drive community engagement and retention.

Power Run combines interval-based running on industry-leading TechnoGym SkillRun treadmills with functional strength training, making it one of the most effective full-body workouts available.

Job Description:

Class Instruction & Member Engagement

• Lead high-intensity interval training (HIIT) treadmill-based workouts, combined with functional resistance exercises
• Deliver clear, effective coaching to help members improve running technique, endurance, and strength
• Offer modifications and progressions to accommodate all fitness levels
• Keep energy high throughout the class to ensure motivation and performance

Customer Experience & Service

• Build strong relationships with members, understanding their fitness goals and progress
• Foster a welcoming, community-driven environment that encourages long-term participation
• Maintain a seamless class flow, ensuring smooth transitions between running and conditioning segments
• Work closely with club managers, fellow trainers, and front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless member experience
• Provide feedback and contribute to class programming and updates
• Attend team meetings and training sessions to enhance coaching skills

Operational & Safety Standards

• Maintain class areas, ensuring all equipment and treadmills are safe and well-maintained
• Follow and enforce all safety procedures and gym policies
• Assist with member inquiries, troubleshooting treadmill settings, and ensuring proper usage

Requirements:

• Mandatory fitness qualifications and proven experience in group fitness instruction
• Experience in running, HIIT, or endurance training preferred
• Excellent personal fitness levels – this is an instructor-led, high-energy class
• Passion for fitness, health, and wellness, with the ability to motivate and inspire others
• Strong communication skills and a positive, engaging personality
• Ability to create a fun, motivating atmosphere while maintaining professionalism
• Appetite to learn, develop, and continuously improve