Strength Coach - Studio LFT

vasafitnessexternalcareers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for 30+ hrs/wk

Two complimentary gym memberships

401(k) options

Job summary

VASA Fitness is seeking a STUDIO LFT Coach to lead high-energy group strength workouts and provide exceptional member experiences. The role requires a friendly, knowledgeable fitness professional with coaching proficiency and movement correction skills.

Coaches will motivate members, demonstrate exercises, and ensure safety while delivering a results-driven training environment within our studio setting.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Personal Training, Small Group Training, CrossFit, or group formats.
• NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.
• Current CPR/AED Certification.
• Experience in leading, communicating, coaching, or facilitating a group.
• Knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, or physical fitness.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• Energetic, positive attitude and upbeat coaching style.
• Local travel may be required for support or training.

Responsibilities

• Be punctual and prepared, greet members, and start each class on time.
• Safely demonstrate exercises with modifications and correct form.
• Move around the room, coach, and connect with members throughout workouts.
• Be approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging.
• Provide excellent customer service by promptly addressing member needs.
• Suggest additional VASA Fitness products and amenities meeting member needs.
• Invite non-STUDIO members to STUDIO LFT classes to grow attendance.
• Coach at individual fitness levels with appropriate modifications.
• Multitask and stay organized with effective communication during classes.
• Complete post-class duties: cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing for a safe environment.
• Engage with social media to promote STUDIO LFT and invite followers to classes.
• Be open to coaching feedback and willing to improve.
• Attend sessions from other STUDIO LFT coaches to learn and grow.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Coaching & motivation

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Energetic attitude

Positive atmosphere

Travel readiness

Education

NCCA-certified Personal Training Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: STUDIO LFT Coach

REPORTS TO: STUDIO Team Lead

COMPENSATION: $30.00 per hour

JOIN OUR TEAM

At VASA Fitness, we want to create an uplifting experience for everyone by offering inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. The foundation of our brand is rooted in a culture centered on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. Because our culture is alive—embodied by members and team members alike—VASA is a place where lives are changed because of authentic connections made within our supportive community.

Our people BELIEVE in our brand, are HARD WORKING, have HIGH STANDARDS, and GIVE ENERGY to others.

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive, all-encompassing benefits package which includes healthcare benefits for employees who work 30+ hours per week. All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships—one for themselves and another to give away—plus 401k options.

• 30+ hours per week employees:Paid Time Off(hourly),Health, Dental, Vision Benefits and Paid Parental Leave (in addition to above)


• 40 hours per week employees:Flexible Vacation Plan(salary)& Paid Holidays (in addition to above)

Come join VASA Fitness and join a passionate, fun, and united team!

We are proud to be a ‘Great Place to Work’ certified company!

PURPOSE

STUDIO LFT Coaches are Certified Personal Trainers who deliver a high-energy, closely coached group strength training workout while providing exceptional member experiences. They are friendly, upbeat, knowledgeable fitness professionals who are technically proficient in coaching and correcting common movement patterns, and explaining the intended stimulus of each provided workout. STUDIO LFT Coaches will encourage and support members in a fun, results-driven strength training experience.

DELIVERABLES

Consistently provide an exceptional and memorable fitness experience to all STUDIO members by exemplifying our House of VASA.

• Be punctual and prepared, making sure the room is set up and members are greeted at the door to start each class on time.


• Safely and accurately demonstrate exercises (including modifications) with correct form and ensure the safety of members during each exercise.


• Actively engage in the class and move around the room while leading, coaching, and connecting with members for the entirety of the predetermined workouts.


• Be approachable, professional, enthusiastic, and engaging.


• Provide excellent customer service by promptly responding to member needs and concerns.


• Appropriately recommend additional VASA Fitness products and amenities that meet the members' needs.


• Actively invites and encourages non-STUDIO members to attend STUDIO LFT classes to build STUDIO membership and class attendance.


• Coach individuals at their personal fitness levels and abilities, providing modifications when needed, to ensure each member feels successful, supported, and included as part of the VASA community.


• Ability to multitask and be organized, positive, and motivating with effective interpersonal communication skills.


• Executes post-class procedures, including cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing to provide a safe, clean, and bright environment.


• Willingness to engage with social media such as Instagram and Facebook to promote the STUDIO LFT product, invite your followers to your STUDIO LFT classes, and celebrate member wins.


• Openness to coaching feedback from your STL and a willingness to take any necessary action to continue growing.


• Willingness to take classes from other STUDIO LFT coaches, in an effort to learn and improve your skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of experience in Personal Training, Small Group Training, CrossFit, Collegiate/Private Strength & Conditioning, or group fitness strength training formats


• NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification


• Current CPR/ AED Certification


• Experience in leading, communicating, coaching, teaching, or facilitating a group of people.


• General knowledge and experience of kinesiology, exercise science, physical fitness etc.


• Strong multi-tasking skills


• Passionate about fitness, changing lives and helping others reach their goals.


• Energizing & positive attitude


• Promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment when coaching/instructing.


• Minimum local travel may be required for support, training, or other purposes as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.


• Degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primary work in a fitness facility and office setting. Temperature variations can occur. The environment includes some ambient noise such as talking and use of gym equipment and machinery.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES & REQUIREMENTS

• Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.


• Physical Strength: Non-Sedentary work. Stands, sits, lifts, stoops, kneels, crouches, and bends frequently throughout the day. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently to demonstrate exercises.


• Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under limited standardization. Able to interpret various instructions and relay instructions to clients.

VASA Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer

3020 N Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs Nevada & Fillmore, Colorado 80907

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.