Fitness Instructor Assisted Stretch Practitioner

The Vital Stretch Mequon; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Paid Vital Stretch Method certificate

Complimentary stretch sessions

Safe Harbor 401(k) match (4%)

Job summary

The Vital Stretch Mequon River Centre in Mequon, WI is seeking an on-site assisted stretching coach to deliver one-on-one sessions and build personalized care plans. You will assess movement, guide clients, and document progress, while educating members on moves and progress.

Ideal candidates have a genuine interest in anatomy and movement, strong communication, and a willingness to become The Vital Stretch Method certified. Evening and weekend availability helps support a growing studio.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in anatomy, movement and helping people feel better.
• Strong communication and ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Reliable, professional and comfortable working hands-on with clients.
• Evening (5-8 PM) and Saturday shifts available.
• Willingness to complete The Vital Stretch Method certification (paid training).

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one assisted stretch sessions.
• Conduct Vital Signs screenings and translate findings into care plans.
• Engage clients with educational conversations about progress and next steps.
• Maintain session notes in studio software.
• Manage member base with check-ins, texts, and follow-ups.
• Set and hit monthly goals with leadership.
• Assist with social media content creation.
• Keep the studio clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Support local community events.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Movement assessment

Strong communication

Customer service

Evening & weekend availability

Education

NASM CPT / CES / PES / SFC certification (preferred)

Wisconsin LMT license (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Training & development

The Vital Stretch is opening its first southeastern Wisconsin location at River Centre in Mequon this fall. We help people move better, recover faster, and live with less pain through one-on-one assisted stretching using a proprietary method designed by a Physical Therapist and a Chiropractic Physician.

This is a hands-on, 1:1 assisted stretching role. If you're a certified personal trainer, LMT, athletic trainer, or exercise science professional looking to specialize in movement and recovery work, we want to talk to you.

Our work is consultative, education-based, and built around a personalized care plan for each member. We serve active adults, weekend athletes, desk workers with chronic tightness, and people in their 50s, 60s, and 70s who want to keep doing what they love. This is an owner-led, small-team studio with real growth opportunity as the business scales.

THE ROLE

You'll deliver one-on-one assisted stretch sessions to clients across a wide range of ages, goals, and mobility levels. You'll conduct assessments, design custom care plans, and guide members through their journey to better movement.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Deliver one-on-one assisted stretch sessions
• Conduct Vital Signs screenings and translate findings into custom care plans
• Have educational conversations with clients about progress and next steps
• Maintain session notes in our studio software
• Manage your member base with check-ins, texts, follow-ups
• Set and hit monthly goals with the leadership team
• Help create social media content (educational and approachable)
• Keep the studio clean, organized, and welcoming
• Support local community events

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

• Genuine interest in anatomy, movement, and helping people feel better
• Strong communicator who listens well and explains things clearly
• Reliable, professional, comfortable working hands-on with clients
• Available for evening (5-8 PM) and Saturday shifts
• Willingness to complete The Vital Stretch Method certification (paid training)

Preferred:

• Active certification: NASM (CPT/CES/PES/SFC), ACE-CPT, ACSM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS, ISSA-CPT, or equivalent
• Wisconsin Licensed Massage Therapist (WI LMT)
• Background in exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, physical therapy, or related field
• Prior experience in assisted stretching, personal training, sports performance, or recovery work

GROWTH OPPORTUNITY

We're building our leadership team from within. High-performing team members will have real opportunities to grow into Assistant Manager and Studio Manager roles as the business expands.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Two-tier hourly structure with experience-based tiering:

• Non-stretch hourly: $15 to $20 per hour (prep, cleanup, admin, training time)
• Stretch hourly: $18 to $22 per hour (during active client sessions)

Additional benefits:

• Paid Vital Stretch Method certification
• Complimentary stretch sessions for personal use
• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match (eligibility after 12 months and 500 hours)
• Flexible scheduling around your other commitments
• Real leadership growth opportunities for high performers

LOCATION

The Vital Stretch - Mequon River Centre, Suite 6093 6093 W. Mequon Rd, Mequon, WI 53092

This role is also known as an assisted stretching coach, flexibility coach, stretch coach, or stretch practitioner in the industry.