Fitness Instructor (Lake Jackson)

HFP Lake Jax, LLC; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan after 12 months

Free PF Black Card gym membership

Growth opportunities

10 days of PTO

Job summary

HFP Lake Jax, LLC, a Planet Fitness franchisee, invites you to join our team as a Fitness Instructor in Lake Jackson, Texas. This hourly position offers a welcoming, energetic environment where you’ll lead group workouts and help members achieve their goals.

You will design simple workout plans, recruit members for classes, ensure a safe facility, and provide outstanding service. CPR/AED certification and background checks are required or pursued, with growth opportunities within the club.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old with high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Willing to obtain CPR/AED certification before employment and maintain it.
• Must hold Nationally Certified Training Certificate and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead Planet Fitness group fitness program PE@PF and design simple workouts.
• Recruit new and current members for fitness classes.
• Maintain a safe workout environment at all times.
• Assess abilities and design suitable training plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust programs as needed.
• Assist with check-ins, sign-ups, billing updates and inquiries.
• Answer phones promptly with friendly service.
• Conduct member calls and tours to assess needs.
• Clean and sanitize club/equipment regularly, up to 50% of shift.
• Work at any Planet Fitness location within Houston Fitness Partners.

Skills

Customer service

Initiative

Punctuality

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/AED Certification

Nationally Certified Training Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Fitness Instructor Pay type: Hourly Pay Rate: $12 - $14/HR Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with over 2,600 clubs and growing! Its mission is to provide a high-quality experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment called the “Judgment Free Zone.” Houston Fitness Partners is a leading independently owned franchisee of Planet Fitness.

You’ll be joining a team that values:

• People-we genuinely care about our team + members
• Fun- we enjoy the work
• Honesty- we lead with integrity
• Accountability- we own the outcome
• Drive- we take initiative

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct the Planet Fitness group fitness program PE@PF and design simple workout programs as requested.
• Gain new and current members to join fitness classes.
• Enforce a safe workout environment for members at all times.
• Evaluate individuals’ abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
• Monitor participants’ progress and adapt programs as needed.
• Greet members/guests as they enter and exit the club with high energy: assisting them with any questions or concerns as they check-in, sign-ups, contact/billing information updates, cancellations, and more.
• Answer phones promptly and in a friendly manner.
• Assist callers with knowledgeable and accurate information during their inquiries.
• Utilise strong communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer concerns, ensuring a positive experience.
• Perform prospective member calls and tours; assessing their membership needs.
• Regular, consistent cleaning and sanitising of the club and equipment for up to 50% of the shift.
• Subject to work at any Planet Fitness location within Houston Fitness Partners franchise.

Minimum Skills:

• Superior customer service skills, 6-12 months of experience in prior fitness instruction is preferred.
• Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal direction and supervision.
• Must be punctual and dependable with a solid work ethic.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Willing to become CPR/AED Certified prior to gaining employment and maintain your certification while employed.
• Must hold a current Nationally Certified Training Certificate and maintain your certification while employed.

Physical Demands of the Fitness Instructor:

Continual standing and walking throughout the club to accomplish tasks during shift. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Will encounter toxic chemicals during shift. Frequent cleaning and sanitising of equipment and facilities. Some bending, twisting, and reaching are required to accomplish tasks.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full-time staff (work a minimum of 30 hours per week).
• 401(k) plan eligible after 12 months of employment.
• Free PF Black Card gym membership.
• Opportunities for growth.
• 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually and select holidays.

As part of our hiring process, we use the E-Verify system to confirm that new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.