Group Fitness Instructor

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Group Fitness Instructor (GFI)

FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION: Pay Range is $21.00-$28.00 per hour DOE

GFIs are compensated at the class hourly rate as listed above and paid minimum

wage for any preparation time or class time exceeding 60 minutes per class.

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

To provide an exceptional member experience through fun and happy fitness. Group

Fitness Instructors are high energy, knowledgeable champions that motivate and

UPLIFT others through movement and community within a group fitness class.

DELIVERABLES

The deliverables for this position include, but are not limited to, the

following:

• Consistently provide an exceptional fitness experience to all Studio members

by exemplifying our UPLIFT core values.

• Ensure Vasa Uplift Member Experience (VUME) is executed in every class.
• Punctual and prepared making sure the room is prepared and members are

greeted at the door on time.

• Safely and accurately demonstrates exercises and movements and actively

monitors members in class performance

• Execute on post class procedures including cleaning, sanitizing and

organizing to provide a safe, clean and bright environment.

• Be approachable, professional, and engaging and provides excellent customer

service by promptly responding to member needs and concerns.

• Knowledgeable and a clear communicator teaching a safe and effective class

that provides options for various fitness levels and abilities.

• Inspiring and energetic by creating community within class that is inclusive,

fun and supportive.

Actively promotes classes to retain and invite new participants

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the

following:

• 0-1 Year of experience personal training, small group training and/or group

fitness training

• NCCA-accredited Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification
• General knowledge and experience with kinesiology, exercise science, physical

fitness etc.

• Current CPR/ AED Certification
• Must hold current certification for applicable format.
• Specialty Format (Zumba, Les Mills, HIGH Fitness etc.)
• Yoga Certification (200 or 500 Hour RYT)
• Cycle Certifications (Schwinn, Spinning, Beatboss, AFAA Indoor Cycling)
• Passionate about fitness, changing lives and helping others reach their

goals.

• Energizing & positive attitude
• Promotes an upbeat, enthusiastic, high-energy environment.
• Experience in leading, communicating, coaching, teaching or performing in

front of a group of people.

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

as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years Personal/Small Group Training or Group Fitness Instruction
• Experience leading group classes at a specialty studio.

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 AND REQUIREMENTS

• Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important

instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

• Physical Strength: Non-Sedentary work, standing and walking most of the time.

Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds. Meet the

physical criteria of the format to be instructed.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under limited

standardization. Able to interpret various instructions and relay

instructions to clients

• Attendance is an essential duty of the position. Employees must work

regularly scheduled shifts, during business hours to assist members and sell

services in-person.

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.

VASA Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer