Group Exercise Instructor

goldscareers; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly Rate

Employee Membership

Employee discounts

Discounts on Certifications

Commission & Bonus Structure

Free Gold's Gym Membership to ourlocat

20% Employee Discount on clothing and

401k

Growth Opportunities Across Our Expans

Job summary

Gold’s Gym is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to lead classes in a group setting, guide members through structured workouts, and educate on fitness concepts. You will ensure safety, assess new participants, and maintain an engaging, positive class atmosphere.

The role requires a six-month teaching track in group settings, strong communication, and the ability to troubleshoot audio equipment. Certification with ACE/AFAA/ACSM or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months teaching in a group exercise format.
• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead members through a prearranged format of exercises in a group environment, ensuring safety.
• Arrive early (10–15 minutes) to prepare and orient new participants.
• Introduce the class format and assess first-timers’ fitness levels privately.
• Provide clear verbal instructions and manage music volume and atmosphere.
• Monitor participants’ form and offer suitable variations for all fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and fun class environment.
• Post-class: reset equipment, answer questions, collect feedback, and ensure room is ready for the next class.
• Avoid offensive music; prepare appropriate music and ensure equipment is functioning.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Public speaking

Customer service

Education

ACE/AFAA/ACSM certification

Tools

Audio equipment troubleshooting

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Employee Membership
• Employee discounts

Overview

The Group Exercise Instructor will lead members, in a group environment, through a prearranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness, strength and endurance, while ensuring that the safety of the members is not compromised. The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.

Benefits

• Discounts on Certifications
• Commission & Bonus Structure
• Free Gold's Gym Membership to our locations
• 20% Employee Discount on clothing and products
• 401k
• Growth Opportunities Across Our Expanding Gold's Gym Network

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT PROVIDED

Pre-class Preparation

Arrive at class location 10 to 15 minutes ahead of scheduled start time to be available to interact with members, answer questions, inquire about their fitness progress, introduce and orient new participants. Group Exercise Instructors should know their participants on an individual basis and have a good sense of their fitness capabilities. Clothing should be appropriate fitness attire. It should not prohibit participants from seeing proper form, alignment and movement of the body. However, clothing should not be revealing in an inappropriate manner. When possible, Group Exercise Instructors should wear Gold’s Gym branded attire. Proper footwear should be worn at all times.

During Class Responsibilities

• Introduce yourself and the format of the class.
• Inquire if there are any “first-timers” in the group and if so, assess their fitness level in as private a manner as possible.
• Make sure all verbal instructions are clear and that the volume, tempo of music and overall atmosphere is conducive to hearing, teaching, learning and having fun.
• Continuously monitor participants to ensure all participants are using correct form. Offer variations of the routine to accommodate all fitness levels.
• Create a motivational and fun environment for all participants.

After Class Responsibilities

• Remove all music and return microphone to proper place.
• Make sure room is in order for the next class to begin.
• Answer any questions/concerns participants may have.
• Solicit feedback from participants about the class.

Additional Responsibilities

Refrain from using music with offensive language. Prepare appropriate music for class. Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly and have microphones ready.

Major Responsibilities

• Make sure that class begins and ends promptly. If necessary, make adjustments to the flow of the class to ensure adherence to the schedule.
• If the Group Exercise Instructor is teaching the last class of the day, please follow proper closing procedures as outlined by the Group Exercise Director for the individual facility.
• In the event that a Group Exercise Instructor cannot fulfill a scheduled class, it is his/her responsibility to find a qualified/approved substitute and notify the Group Exercise Directory if there is a problem finding a substitute.
• Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules. Anyone committing to teach a class should make all arrangements so that substitutes or cancellations are a rare occurrence.
• Attend all required staff meetings as necessary.
• Ensure that proper time recording procedures are followed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Prepare any incident and/or witness reports as necessary in the event of accidents.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards his/her responsibilities, fellow employees, and members.
• Promote Gold’s Gym and GGX as much as possible.
• At least six months teaching in a group exercise format.
• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles.
• Knowledge of basic physiology and body mechanics.
• Performance of a variety of exercise routines.
• Positive and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audio equipment
• Instructors having a specialized skill such as Yoga, Pilates, Body Pump, Body Attack, etc. must provide verifiable proof of education.

Physical demands include, but are not limited to the ability to lift light weights, bending, squatting, jumping, running, reaching, walking, hopping, spinning and kicking.

Group fitness certification by ACE, AFAA, ACSM, or specialized certifications such as and limited to Zumba, Strong, Les Mills, Silver Sneakers etc.

Gold’s Gym is growing and looking for new team members to help us redefine strength. We’ll challenge your skills, talents and abilities and reward your every success.