Group Fitness Trainer / Instructor / Coach

The Camp Transformation Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Camp Berryessa is seeking an energetic Group Fitness Trainer to lead HIIT-style classes and coach proper technique. You will motivate members, create a positive class environment, and help them stay accountable to their fitness goals.

Whether experienced or new, bring energy and a passion for fitness. Part-time coaching with varied early morning, evening, and weekend shifts. Join a growing community and grow programming opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to coach diverse fitness levels.
• Experience with HIIT or group classes preferred.
• Available for early mornings, evenings, or weekends.
• CPR/AED certification preferred or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-energy, HIIT-style group fitness classes.
• Coach proper exercise technique and provide modifications.
• Motivate and engage members throughout the workout.
• Create an inclusive, positive class environment.
• Build relationships with members and strengthen the gym community.
• Help members stay accountable and engaged in goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized training area.
• Represent Camp Berryessa professionally in and out of class.

Skills

High energy

Motivation

Public speaking

Group coaching

Reliability

Communication

Education

Group fitness certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Camp Berryessa is looking for an energetic, motivating, and dependable Group Fitness Trainer who can bring the energy and create an experience that keeps members coming back.

Our trainers are more than instructors — they're coaches, motivators, and an important part of our community. We're looking for people who can command a room, connect with members, motivate all fitness levels, and make every workout an experience.

Whether you're an experienced trainer or a newer coach looking for an opportunity to develop, we're interested in people who bring the right attitude, energy, and passion for fitness.

What You'll Do

• Lead high-energy, HIIT-style group fitness classes
• Coach proper exercise technique and provide modifications when needed
• Motivate and engage members throughout the entire workout
• Create an inclusive, positive, and energetic class environment
• Build relationships with members and help strengthen our gym community
• Help members stay accountable and engaged in their fitness goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized training environment
• Represent Camp Berryessa professionally in and outside of class

Schedule & Availability

This is a part-time coaching position, with trainers scheduled based on class coverage needs and individual availability.

Classes are offered at various times, including:

• Early mornings: Classes begin as early as 5:00 AM
• Evenings: Classes are offered between approximately 5:00 PM–8:30 PM
• Weekends: Additional opportunities may be available

Trainers may be scheduled for individual classes or multiple classes, depending on availability and business needs. You are not expected to be available for the entire morning or evening schedule.

We're especially interested in trainers who can commit to consistent weekly class times.

What We're Looking For

• High-energy, positive, and motivating personality
• Comfortable coaching and speaking in front of groups
• Ability to command a room and keep members engaged
• Dependable and able to consistently cover committed class times
• Knowledge of strength training, conditioning, and proper exercise technique
• Comfortable coaching members with different fitness levels and abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented and willing to contribute to the Camp Berryessa community

Personal training or group fitness certification is preferred.

CPR/AED certification is preferred or must be obtained within an agreed-upon timeframe.

Opportunity to Grow & Earn More

We're expanding our fitness offerings and creating opportunities for trainers to earn more by leading specialty programs, premium classes, workshops, challenges, and other fitness programs.

Have a specialty you're passionate about or a class concept you've always wanted to teach? We want to hear about it.

Specialty programming may include:

• Strength and conditioning
• Glute/lower-body focused training
• Core training
• Mobility and recovery
• Boxing/kickboxing
• Pilates or other specialty fitness formats
• Trainer-developed programs and workshops

Trainers who demonstrate strong member engagement, reliability, and coaching ability may have opportunities to take on additional classes and specialty programming.

Why Join Camp Berryessa?

We're building more than a class schedule — we're building a strong team of coaches who bring their own personality, expertise, and energy to our community.

You'll have the opportunity to grow as a coach, build relationships with members, develop your own specialty programming, and earn more as you take on additional opportunities.

If you're passionate about fitness, love motivating people, and want to be part of a growing fitness community, we'd love to hear from you.