Group Fitness Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Orangetheory Fitness Tigard has opportunities for elite fitness coaches!

Welcome to Orangetheory Fitness, the most science-backed and results-oriented fitness concept in the nation! Orangetheory Fitness is a one-of-a-kind group workout broken into intervals of cardiovascular and strength training using a variety of equipment including treadmills, rowing machines, TRX suspension training™ and free weights to tone your body and gain energy throughout the day.

This intense training program, backed by the science of target zone heart-rate monitoring, has been featured in the New York Times and is touted as the 'best one hour workout in the country', whereby participants of all different ability levels burn up to 1000 calories in a 60 minute session.

The result is the Orange Effect -- more energy, visible toning and extra calorie burn for up to 36 hours after your workout!

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We offer a high-spirited, health conscious environment with great energy focused on making a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people in our community.

As an OTF Fitness Coach, you will be responsible for delivering scientifically predesigned workouts for up to 36 clients per session. This position requires a strong ability to coach and manage time and motivate multiple clients in a group setting. An OTF Coach must focus on a well rounded theory of fitness, including endurance and strength and power, using the tools given to optimize the client's experience and results.

Personal training credentials are a MUST to be considered for this position. We are looking for qualified fitness professionals who can bring energy and enthusiasm in a group training setting! Trainer must have the technical and tactical knowledge to safely teach group interval programs and must be coachable. The ability to coach in a dynamic and inspirational manner in a group setting is a key component of this position.

If you want to be part of a company whose core business strategy is treating our employees with respect and care so they will do the same for our customers then you should apply NOW!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Ensure safety of participants in regards to heart rate and exercise technique

· The OTF Trainer/Coach will lead up to 36 participants through 60-minute OTF-specific group training sessions

· Energize and motivate clients throughout the sessions

· Build OTF attendance and retain current clientele

· Responsible for the safety of your participants in regards to heart rate, exercise technique, posture and spine, as well as joint stress and stability when resistance training

· Responsible for organization and cleanliness of the training floor as well as other areas of the studio when needed

· Responsible for marketing your OTF training services inside and outside the OTF studio. Examples include marketing events with your OTF team, corporate events, tents and tables, etc.

· Responsible for group training program design and lesson plans to be viewed by your Head Trainer each week.

· Modify specific exercises to accommodate various skill levels

· Attend monthly fitness staff meetings and all relative, mandatory webinars and other requested corporate meetings and continuing education presentations

· Handle member concerns/feedback in a professional, objective manner with the goal of resolution and retention.

· Assist Sales Associates with OTF studio tours/sales with new prospects as well as staying abreast of current service offerings

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

· Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique and body mechanics

· Ability to multi-task and stay organized while training up to 36 clients in one group training session

· Must have the ability to progress and regress exercises on the fly, in real time

· Positive, motivating and effective interpersonal communication skills

· Desire and capacity to train all fitness levels—novice to elite

· Must be flexible and willing to work weekends when needed as requested by your Studio Manager and/or Head Trainer

· MUST hold current fitness certification from an OTF approved education company--one of these: ISSA, ACSM, ACSM CPT, ACSM GEI, NASM, NASM CPT, ACE, ACE PT, ACE GFI, NSCA, NSCA CSCS, NCSF, AFAA, AFFA GFI.

· Must invest 10+ hours per year in continuing education lectures and workshops outside of OTF curriculum

· Bachelor’s degree in an exercise related field is preferred

· CPR/AED certification

· 1+ years of experience teaching groups or personal training in the fitness industry

· Excellent communication and customer service skills

· Must be able to safely lift and move up to 50 lbs

Compensation designed to attract top level trainers - $35-$75 per hour

401K and Employee discount benefits

Orangetheory Fitness offers competitive compensation and a top-notch working environment. If you are interested in learning about the opportunity to get involved in more detail, please reply with your resume and cover letter!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever worked at an Orangetheory Fitness studio?
• Have you ever taken an OTF class?
• One of these PT certs is required. Do you have a current one of these? ISSA, ACSM, ACSM CPT, ACSM GEI, NASM, NASM CPT, ACE, ACE PT, ACE GFI, NSCA, NSCA CSCS, NCSF, AFAA, AFFA GFI.
• Why do you want to coach at Orangetheory Fitness out of all the fitness studios around?

Experience:

• Personal training: 1 year (Required)
• Group fitness: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• AED Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person