Coach (Part-Time)
Ardent Fitness and Education | Oshkosh, WI
Ardent Fitness and Education is hiring a part-time Coach to lead Function and FLEX classes in a professional, coaching-driven environment.
We are looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, coachable, and genuinely good with people. This role is for a coach who understands that great coaching is more than just running a workout. The right person creates a positive experience, follows standards, communicates well, and helps members feel welcomed, supported, and coached every time they walk through the door.
Ardent Fitness and Education is built around high-quality coaching, strong systems, and meaningful relationships. We care deeply about the client experience and about building a team of professionals who want to grow.
Schedule
Part-time
Approximately 4-8 hours per week
Must be available for early morning shifts
Pay
$19-$35 per session depending on experience
What You’ll Do
- Coach Function and FLEX classes according to Ardent standards
- Create a welcoming, organized, and professional class environment
- Start and end classes on time
- Lead warm-up, movement prep, and workout instruction clearly and confidently
- Provide coaching, encouragement, and movement correction throughout class
- Help ensure scores are logged, equipment is reset, and the space is left in good order
- Follow opening and closing checklists
- Follow gym SOPs, systems, and coaching expectations
- Communicate member concerns, facility issues, or coaching needs to the Head Coach
Qualifications
- One or more relevant certifications preferred, such as CPT, CF-L1, USAW, NASM, ACE, or similar
- CPR/AED
- Strong communication and people skills
- Dependable, professional, and organized
- Comfortable leading groups and building rapport with members
- Able to follow standards, receive feedback, and improve over time
For the right candidate, we are open to helping support the certification process and professional development path.
Who Will Do Well Here
- Friendly and people-oriented
- Reliable and on time
- Professional in communication and presence
- Comfortable leading from the front while still paying attention to individuals
- Willing to follow systems and uphold a high standard
- Takes pride in preparation, presence, and professionalism
- Wants to coach well, not just work in fitness
Growth Potential
This role can grow over time for the right person. Depending on performance, initiative, and fit, there may be opportunities to:
- Take on additional coaching hours
- Build or support specialty programs
- Work with personal training clients
- Grow into a larger role within the Ardent coaching system
We value coaches who want to improve, take feedback seriously, and grow inside a professional environment.
This Role Is NOT a Fit For Someone Who
- Struggles with punctuality or reliability
- Does not enjoy working with people
- Resists structure, standards, or feedback
- Treats coaching casually
- Wants flexibility without accountability
Why Ardent
Ardent Fitness and Education is a coaching-driven gym focused on helping people live healthier, stronger, more capable lives in a supportive and professional environment. We believe coaching matters, systems matter, and relationships matter. If you want to be part of a team that takes the work seriously and still values people first, this may be a strong fit.
To Apply
Send your resume and a short note about your coaching background, current certifications, availability, and why you think you would be a good fit for Ardent Fitness and Education to [email protected]
Pay: $19.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free fitness classes
- Gym membership
- Opportunities for advancement
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Education:
License/Certification:
- Certified Personal Trainer or equivalent certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
