Group X Instructor - East Valley Locations

Mountainside Fitness, LLC; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Employee Membership

Job summary

Mountainside Fitness, LLC in Chandler, Arizona is seeking an experienced Group Fitness Instructor to lead classes and ensure member satisfaction. Responsibilities include teaching classes safely, engaging with participants, and upholding club policies.

Applicants should have valid fitness certifications and a commitment to creating an inclusive atmosphere. Instructors teaching one class per week receive a complimentary Employee Membership.

Qualifications

• Valid and current certifications for all class formats
• Understanding of MSF policies and guidelines
• Ability to maintain a positive, respectful attitude

Responsibilities

• Teach scheduled fitness classes and ensure a safe environment
• Communicate with Members and provide clear instructions
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the studio

Skills

Proper exercise form

Clear verbal and visual cues

Relationship building

Knowledge of fitness techniques

Job description

Group Fitness Instructor Job Description

CLUB POLICIES AND COMPLIANCE

• Understand, comply with, and remain accountable to all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Complete all required new hire training prior to teaching their first class.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines established by Mountainside Fitness and applicable certification organizations.
• Understand and follow the Class Coverage Policy.
• Accurately record class attendance for every class taught.
• Teach a minimum of 75% of regularly scheduled classes.
• Maintain valid, current, and approved certifications for all class formats instructed.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

• Demonstrate proper exercise form and possess the physical ability to safely perform all class movements while providing clear verbal and visual cues as well as modifications/options as needed.
• Arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of each class.
• Wear the designated MPower uniform top.
• Begin and end classes as scheduled and on time.
• Welcome new Members by introducing yourself, explaining the class format, outlining expectations, and assisting with equipment setup, as needed.
• Utilize the Mountainside App to communicate class reminders, announcements, and equipment needs to members.
• Make club announcements during class when appropriate.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive conduct at all times.

MEMBER EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE

• Act in the best interest of Members and deliver classes which align with the approved class format and description.
• Build positive relationships and foster an inclusive, supportive atmosphere.
• Educate Members on proper exercise techniques and share current fitness knowledge and best practices.
• Facilitate communication between Members and club management when necessary.

TEAMWORK AND CLUB SUPPORT

• Check email regularly and respond to communications in a timely manner.
• Assist with class coverage and substitute classes when available.
• Participate in club events and support fellow Instructors and new class launches.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward Members, Instructors, and staff.
• Promote Mountainside Fitness and personal classes through social media and community engagement.
• Join and participate within the BAND app for team communication and updates.

FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT CARE

• Treat all equipment, electronics, and club facilities with care and respect.
• Clean up after classes and ensure all equipment is returned to its designated storage area.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the studio and workout spaces.

EMPLOYEE MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT

Instructors who teach a minimum of one permanent class per week are eligible to receive a complimentary Employee Membership at Mountainside Fitness.

DISCLOSURE AND NON-COMPETE

Instructors must disclose all other fitness facilities at which they teach upon hire at Mountainside Fitness. To support instructor exclusivity, Mountainside Fitness may enforce the following Non-Compete Policy: Instructors may not teach within a 3-mile radius of any Mountainside Fitness location (measured via Google Maps) at Crunch Fitness, LA Fitness, or EoS Fitness without written approval from the appropriate Director or Manager. This applies to all group fitness formats and modalities. Grandfather Provision: Current instructors already teaching at a listed competitor location may continue doing so.

Requirements

• Be familiar with the Mountainside Fitness Information Packet and Employee Handbook.
• Complete all training within 30 days. Compensation is administered for all training unless otherwise noted. A drug test is required before starting work.
• Abide by minimum safety guidelines as determined by MSF, with recommendations from ACE, AFAA, and current research.
• Understand and adhere to MSF policies for obtaining a substitute and/or time-off vacation procedures. As the original instructor, if the substitute you find does not show up, both instructors will be issued a written warning.
• Know the consequences: performance deficiencies will be addressed based on severity and may include verbal/written warnings or termination.