JOB TITLE: Fitness Coach FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
General Statement of Duties: Responsible for planning and conducting effective and enjoyable fitness circuit-style classes in a high-intensity setting to include all fitness components: muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and body composition. The team training program will integrate heart rate monitoring technology that will be used to program exercises and ensure that lesson plans are safe, appropriate, and follow an established curriculum as established by certification requirements. Monitors class attendance and participation. Teaches classes as scheduled or follows substitution policy.
Supervision Received: Works under the supervision and direction of the Fitness Programs Supervisor and Fitness Coordinator.
Supervision Exercised: None
Schedule: Primarily Thursday evening availability right now; morning availability is a plus.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Examples of Duties: The following examples of duties are intended to be illustrative only and are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Designs and instructs circuit-style, high-intensity fitness classes in conjunction with the intended format to be determined by the instructor and Fitness Programs Supervisor and Fitness Coordinator.
- Able to provide and demonstrate exercise modifications based on participant needs and abilities.
- Set appropriate and safe structures for high-intensity circuit-style classes. Ensures participants have a quality fitness experience while following HRCA program policies and procedures.
- Ensures the safety of participants by implementing and monitoring procedures to meet safety guidelines/expectations. Completes incident reports as required.
- Takes accurate class attendance following the HRCA Fitness guidelines.
- Inform the Fitness Programs Supervisor and Fitness Coordinator of all incidents, complaints, and unfavorable situations immediately.
- Attends and participates in scheduled staff meetings.
- Takes responsibility for the safe and effective use of program equipment. Reports any equipment concerns and identifies supply needs. Sets up and takes down equipment as needed.
- Understands the procedure for finding subs for scheduled classes when needed.
- Implements a customer service model that enhances positive communication and support for all customers, internal and external.
- Presents a positive approach to working with other HRCA staff members. Provides information to clarify the intent and structure of fitness classes. Resolves problems and concerns as able. Works positively to share workspaces and equipment.
Physical and Environmental Standards: Most work is performed indoors in a busy setting where noise and interruptions prevail. Must be able to regularly sit, walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push or pull. Manual dexterity is needed to type and write. The ability to talk and hear via the telephone and through face-to-face communication is needed. Vision requirements include near and far acuity. Upper body strength is a requisite to lift/move a maximum of 40 pounds unassisted and 60 pounds with assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of fitness, health, and wellness principles and how to apply them in teaching fitness classes. Must be aware of physical modifications for individuals of all ages/abilities. Must be able to plan, develop, and implement a class curriculum as established by certification. Must be dependable, reliable and exhibit exceptional leadership skills and qualities. Requires bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, stooping, kneeling, and climbing to perform tasks normally associated with this position.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Benefits: Benefits for part time employees include Paid Sick Leave, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events, Referral Program, Recreation Center usage.
401k plus company match and Health Insurance, Telehealth and Flex Plans after one year if the minimum hours requirement is determined.
Education: High School Diploma or GED. Must possess and maintain a Personal Trainer and/or Group Exercise Instructor certification by a nationally recognized organization such as AAAI, ACE, AEA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, Fit Tour, or AFPA.
Experience: Three months minimum experience in coaching /leading high-intensity interval circuit-style classes is preferred.
Application Submittal Deadline: 8/27/2026
EOE
