Group Fitness Team Lead: Coach, Grow Classes & Instructors

vasafitnessexternalcareers; Oak Forest (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two complimentary gym memberships

401(k) options

Paid Time Off (hourly)

Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Vacation Plan (salary)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

VASA Fitness is seeking a Group Fitness Team Lead to coach the coaches, oversee the club’s group fitness program, and develop an energetic, inclusive class lineup. You’ll schedule, mentor instructors, and partner with leadership to boost attendance and member experience.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years teaching group fitness, a nationally accredited certification, CPR/AED, and strong leadership. We’ll train and support you to build a top-tier team and vibrant community.

Qualifications

• 3+ years teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique classes.
• Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification required; CPR/AED current.
• Experience leading, coaching, or presenting to groups; strong communication.
• Kinesiology knowledge and fitness science background beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Group Fitness program across the club; manage schedules.
• Develop instructors and ensure high-energy, safe, inclusive classes.
• Collaborate with team leads and GM to grow attendance and usage.
• Coach instructors with feedback, practice, and in-class evaluations.
• Maintain rooms/equipment and implement programming standards.

Skills

Group Fitness Instruction

Leadership

Public Speaking

Problem-Solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

VASA Fitness is seeking a Group Fitness Team Lead to coach the coaches, oversee the club’s group fitness program, and develop an energetic, inclusive class lineup. You’ll schedule, mentor instructors, and partner with leadership to boost attendance and member experience.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years teaching group fitness, a nationally accredited certification, CPR/AED, and strong leadership. We’ll train and support you to build a top-tier team and vibrant community.