Group Fitness Team Lead — Grow Classes & Instructors

Vasa Fitness co; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two gym memberships

401(k) options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VASA Fitness in Glendale Heights, IL is seeking a Group Fitness Team Lead to oversee the program, coach instructors, and ensure high-energy, inclusive classes.

You will collaborate with other team leads and the GM to grow attendance, optimize scheduling, and deliver exceptional member experiences.

Qualified candidates have national certification, CPR, and 3+ years teaching group fitness; training provided.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique fitness classes (experience in specialty studios preferred).
• Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification required (recently expired certifications may be renewed within 30 days of hire).
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience leading, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of groups.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• General knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, and physical fitness.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and urgency.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for fitness, community, and helping others reach their goals.
• Experience with Les Mills or other structured fitness formats is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Growing class attendance and overall Group Fitness engagement by analyzing class counts, usage trends, and schedule performance.
• Building and maintaining class schedules that are competitive, on-trend, and convenient for members.
• Recruiting, hiring, and developing a high-performing team of Group Fitness Instructors who embody VASA's values.
• Coaching instructors through regular feedback, practice sessions, and in-class evaluations to continually elevate the member experience.
• Collaborating with other Team Leads to align schedules and support overall club performance.
• Ensuring rooms and equipment are clean, safe, and fully operational--reporting maintenance needs promptly.
• Executing playbooks, marketing initiatives, and programming standards with consistency and excellence.
• Creating a culture of enthusiasm, accountability, and connection within your team.

Skills

Group Fitness instruction

Leadership

Public speaking

Coaching/instruction

Scheduling & planning

Communication

Kinesiology knowledge

Microsoft Office

Team motivation

Les Mills experience

Job description

VASA Fitness in Glendale Heights, IL is seeking a Group Fitness Team Lead to oversee the program, coach instructors, and ensure high-energy, inclusive classes.

You will collaborate with other team leads and the GM to grow attendance, optimize scheduling, and deliver exceptional member experiences.

Qualified candidates have national certification, CPR, and 3+ years teaching group fitness; training provided.