Group Fitness Instructor

Bears Fit; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic fitness community as a Group Fitness Instructor, where your passion for health and wellness can inspire others. In this engaging role, you'll lead fun and effective group classes, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. Your ability to connect with clients and provide top-notch customer service will contribute to the overall success of the club. With a flexible schedule and the opportunity to build relationships within the community, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative atmosphere. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact on people's fitness journeys and enjoy the perks of being part of a vibrant team.

Benefits

Complimentary club membership

In club discounts

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Passionate about health and wellness with strong customer service skills.
• CPR and Group Fitness certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lead engaging group fitness classes for all levels.
• Maintain a positive environment and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Health and Wellness Knowledge

Networking

Sales Experience

Computer Proficiency (Word & Excel)

Education

CPR Certification

Group Fitness Certification

Job description

JOB TITLE: Group Fitness Instructor

COMPANY: Bears Fit

DIRECTLY REPORTS TO: General Manager and Group Fitness Director

DEPARTMENT: Group Fitness

JOB SUMMARY: The Group Fitness Instructor is a member of the Bears Fit team and plays a key role in the company’s overall success. The Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) will prepare and lead a fun, safe and effective group class based on the class description, offering modifications for less experienced or more experienced clients as needed. The instructor will represent the club in a positive manner, greeting the clients as they enter and leave class.

WORK SCHEDULE: This is a part-time position. Your daily schedule will vary throughout the week depending on the needs of the club, the staff, and the members.

KEY PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FACTORS:

1. Ability to exemplify and live the company’s core values
2. Ability to meet department goals
3. Ability to fulfill essential duties
4. Contribution and proactive participation as part of the company’s Group Fitness
5. Arrive 5 minutes early for all classes to prepare the room and greet clients
6. Dress appropriately for all classes
7. Maintain current and correct certifications for his/her format(s) as well as CPR cert
8. Begin and end classes on time per the monthly schedule
9. Prepare and lead a fun, safe and effective class for all levels of participation based on class description
10. Keep studios orderly, lock stereo cabinet and use a microphone sponge cover
11. Maintain an electronic record of classes taught or subbed, including attendance numbers
12. When needed, secure substitute teacher(s) to cover your regular class or a class you have agreed to sub
13. Notify your Group Fitness Director (GFD) of all substitutes as early as possible
14. Contact the club if you are running late and ask that someone from management notify your class
15. Please teach what is scheduled. If members want something different let the GFD know so a class can be added
16. All written or verbal communication must be delivered in a positive manner
17. Instructors will always uphold the brand standards of Bears Fit

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:

1. A passion for health and wellness and the ability to influence people in overcoming their obstacles to exercising, joining a fitness club, and in making lifestyle changes
2. Enjoy networking and building relationships - comfortable on the phone and in doing outreach in the community
3. Commitment to providing top notch customer service and some experience working in a fast-paced customer service role
4. Computer-savvy and proficient in using programs such as Word & Excel
5. Team player who approaches challenges in a creative and positive manner
6. Experience in a sales environment focused on attaining revenue and unit goals is a plus

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

Benefits:

1. Complimentary club membership
2. In club discounts
3. Sick leave

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.