Group Fitness Coach

The Camp Transformation Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Camp Berryessa is seeking an energetic and dependable Group Fitness Trainer to lead HIIT-style classes and connect with members, creating a memorable workout experience. They value coaches who motivate across fitness levels and foster a supportive environment.

Whether experienced or newer, applicants should bring energy, passion for fitness, and strong communication to help grow the gym community and keep members engaged and coming back for more.

Qualifications

• Energetic, positive trainer with strong coaching presence.
• Ability to motivate members across fitness levels.
• Experience delivering HIIT-style group classes preferred.
• Comfortable engaging and connecting with gym members.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-energy HIIT-style group fitness classes.
• Coach technique and provide safe modifications.
• Motivate and engage members throughout workouts.
• Create inclusive, positive class environment.
• Build relationships and strengthen gym community.
• Encourage accountability and consistency among members.
• Maintain a clean, safe training space.
• Represent Camp Berryessa professionally in and out of class.

Skills

Group fitness coaching

Public speaking

Member motivation

Team player

Education

Group fitness certification

CPR/AED certification preferred

Job description

Camp Berryessa is looking for an energetic, motivating, and dependable Group Fitness Trainer who can bring the energy and create an experience that keeps members coming back.

Our trainers are more than instructors - they're coaches, motivators, and an important part of our community. We're looking for people who can command a room, connect with members, motivate all fitness levels, and make every workout an experience.

Whether you're an experienced trainer or a newer coach looking for an opportunity to develop, we're interested in people who bring the right attitude, energy, and passion for fitness.

What You'll Do

• Lead high-energy, HIIT-style group fitness classes
• Coach proper exercise technique and provide modifications when needed
• Motivate and engage members throughout the entire workout
• Create an inclusive, positive, and energetic class environment
• Build relationships with members and help strengthen our gym community
• Help members stay accountable and engaged in their fitness goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized training environment
• Represent Camp Berryessa professionally in and outside of class

Schedule & Availability

This is a part-time coaching position, with trainers scheduled based on class coverage needs and individual availability.

Classes are offered at various times, including:

• Early mornings: Classes begin as early as 5:00 AM
• Evenings: Classes are offered between approximately 5:00 PM-8:30 PM
• Weekends: Additional opportunities may be available

Trainers may be scheduled for individual classes or multiple classes, depending on availability and business needs. You are not expected to be available for the entire morning or evening schedule.

We're especially interested in trainers who can commit to consistent weekly class times.

What We're Looking For

• High-energy, positive, and motivating personality
• Comfortable coaching and speaking in front of groups
• Ability to command a room and keep members engaged
• Dependable and able to consistently cover committed class times
• Knowledge of strength training, conditioning, and proper exercise technique
• Comfortable coaching members with different fitness levels and abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented and willing to contribute to the Camp Berryessa community

Personal training or group fitness certification is preferred.

CPR/AED certification is preferred or must be obtained within an agreed-upon timeframe.

Opportunity to Grow & Earn More

We're expanding our fitness offerings and creating opportunities for trainers to earn more by leading specialty programs, premium classes, workshops, challenges, and other fitness programs.

Have a specialty you're passionate about or a class concept you've always wanted to teach? We want to hear about it.

Specialty programming may include:

• Strength and conditioning
• Glute/lower-body focused training
• Core training
• Mobility and recovery
• Boxing/kickboxing
• Pilates or other specialty fitness formats
• Trainer-developed programs and workshops

Trainers who demonstrate strong member engagement, reliability, and coaching ability may have opportunities to take on additional classes and specialty programming.

Why Join Camp Berryessa?

We're building more than a class schedule - we're building a strong team of coaches who bring their own personality, expertise, and energy to our community.

You'll have the opportunity to grow as a coach, build relationships with members, develop your own specialty programming, and earn more as you take on additional opportunities.

If you're passionate about fitness, love motivating people, and want to be part of a growing fitness community, we'd love to hear from you.