Group Fitness Instructor

Chuze Fitness; Bakersfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary Chuze Membership

Free iChuze Membership

Discounts on retail and smoothies

On-site Kids Club

Instructor referral program

Paid practice and educational time

401K

Job summary

Chuze Fitness in Bakersfield, CA is seeking energetic Fit Pros to lead high‑intensity classes, inspire members, and deliver top‑notch fitness experiences.

This role emphasizes community, safety, and ongoing education; you’ll onboard, teach, maintain gym cleanliness, collaborate with staff, and enjoy a variety of perks including memberships, training time, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build rapport with others.
• Organized self-starter with problem-solving and multitasking skills.
• Ability to operate basic AV equipment.
• Excellent team-based communication and feedback delivery.
• Ability to motivate a large group and cue diverse fitness levels.
• 1 year as Fitness Professional with current certification.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport and community with members through consistent coaching and motivating sessions.
• Deliver classes within Chuze guidelines with prepared equipment and licensing adherence.
• Complete onboarding and training materials before teaching live sessions.
• Maintain gym cleanliness and presentation during and after sessions.
• Engage in growth via feedback from Fitness Manager and regular check-ins.
• Participate in ongoing fitness education and maintain current credentials.
• Maintain relationships with staff to meet member and facility needs.
• Attend fitness department meetings and promotional events.

Skills

Rapport building

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Motivation

Education

Nationally recognized fitness certification

Tools

Audio/Visual equipment

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $22.38 USD to $28.80 USD
  Our compensation philosophy is founded on principles of equitable recognition for hard work. Final offers are based on various factors, including related skill sets, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related criteria, irrespective of background.

Description

Why Chuze?

At Chuze Fitness, we're reinventing the fitness industry with a focus on hospitality, community, and compassion. We prioritize people and foster a vibrant work environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our culture of kindness. We're seeking individuals of all backgrounds who embody kindness, sociability, and strong work ethic.

Job Description

Pay Range: $23.26- $37.81 / hour

The Fit Pros at Chuze lead various high-intensity exercise classes and activities designed to improve participants’ physical fitness and overall well-being. They are knowledgeable and courteous professionals dedicated to creating exceptional fitness experiences, which makes our classes a top choice for Chuze members.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Build a strong rapport and sense of community with members by maintaining a consistent coaching schedule and providing safe and motivating sessions for participants
• Deliver classes within Chuze guidelines, arriving to each class with prepared with any necessary equipment and music with adherence to licensing agency requirements
• Complete Chuze onboarding and training materials before teaching live sessions and maintain knowledge of updates
• Maintain Chuze cleanliness standards during and after sessions and ensure gym presentation is always extraordinarily clean
• Engage in the growth and development process by utilizing feedback received from the Fitness Manager through regular check-ins, training, and session evaluations
• Participate in ongoing fitness industry education and maintain proof of current credentials
• Maintain professional relationships through communication and teamwork with all Chuze staff to meet member and facility needs
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Fitness department meetings and special promotional events to promote participation in Chuze Fitness offerings
• Utilize the Fitness Communication Platform for essential department communications
• Complementary Chuze Membership
• Free iChuze Membership
• Discounts on retail and smoothie purchases and through vendor partners
• On-site Kids Club*
• Instructor referral program
• Paid practice and educational time
• 401K**

*Applicable locations only. Instructors may use Kids Club for their own children while teaching

**Additional perks and benefits available for full-time employees

Physical Requirements:

• Able to read, write, and speak clearly in English
• Walking and climbing stairs
• Leading and performing high-intensity workouts
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs

Additional Information:

Chuze Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates solely based on merit. Background checks are required for some positions.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality and build rapport with others

Organized self-starter with effective problem-solving and multitasking skills

Ability to operate basic Audio/Visual equipment

Excellent team-based communication with the capacity to receive and deliver feedback

Ability to motivate a large group while providing cueing to all fitness levels

1 year: Fitness Professional with current, nationally recognized certification

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR

Equal Opportunity Employer
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