Group Fitness Instructor (Part-time)

Sona Fitness; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 6,500 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

Sona Fitness in Evanston is seeking a group fitness instructor to teach roughly 5 classes per week and substitute as needed at our boutique studio.

You will lead engaging sessions across HIIT, Strength, Cardio/Core, and Cycle/Strength, planning safe workouts within our guidelines while retaining autonomy to craft your own classes. A team-focused, punctual, client-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current group fitness or personal training certification from a recognized organization.
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain within defined timeframe.
• Ability to lead diverse, structured classes and maintain client safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead safe, engaging group fitness classes for our signature curriculum.
• Autonomously design classes within provided guidelines while meeting specific class parameters.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Skills

Group Fitness Certification

Customer Service

Communication

Education

ACE/NASM/AFAA Certification

Job description

We are in search of a group fitness instructor to teach roughly 5 classes/per week and substitute classes as needed at our boutique studio in Evanston.

Sona is Gaelic for prosperity and happiness, which embodies the ethos of our mission. Thus an ideal team member is a positive person who has a genuine interest in helping clients improve their lives. Our team works in a collaborative manner, so we are looking for a team player who is accountable and punctual.

This role is responsible for planning and leading safe, engaging group fitness classes within our signature class curriculum (HIIT, Strength, Cardio/Core, and Cycle/Strength). While there are certain parameters that must be met for each different class types, you will have autonomy to design your own classes within our guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Group Exercise and Fitness Instruction, with the ability to lead diverse, structured classes.
• Strong Customer Service skills, including clear communication, approachability, and a client-centered mindset.
• Current group fitness or personal training certification from a recognized organization (e.g., ACE, NASM, AFAA) strongly preferred.
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain within a defined timeframe.
• Ability to safely demonstrate and cue exercises, adapt workouts for varying fitness levels, and manage group dynamics.
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working on-site in a studio environment, including occasional evenings or weekends.