Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Springfield, MO (In-Studio)
Position Type: Part-Time (Early mornings, evenings, and weekend availability preferred)
Compensation: Competitive class rate + performance bonuses

About the Role

Are you the energetic friend who always motivates the group? Do you have a passion for music, movement, and pushing physical boundaries?

Essence Lagree is bringing the ultimate high-intensity, low-impact workout to Springfield, and we are looking for magnetic personalities to lead our signature Lagree Fitness classes on the Microformer.

No prior Lagree experience? No problem. We do not hire based on a resume; we hire based on energy, presence, and drive. If you have the stage presence and the passion, we will sponsor and provide your official Lagree Fitness Certification training right here in Springfield.

Who You Are

• The Ultimate Motivator: You can command a room of 10+ people, track the energy level of the class, and motivate clients through the toughest, slowest 50 minutes of their day.
• A Rhythm & Beats Connoisseur: You love music and know how to curate an electric playlist that matches the high-intensity tempo of a workout.
• Coachable & Eager to Learn: You welcome feedback, learn physical cueing quickly, and are excited to master the mechanics of the iconic Microformer.
• Springfield Local Enthusiast: You love the growing 417 fitness community and want to help build a welcoming, inclusive space for clients of all fitness levels—from Missouri State students to local professionals.

What You Will Do

• Deliver safe, and precisely cued 50-minute Lagree Fitness classes.
• Provide clear, enthusiastic verbal cues and alignment corrections to ensure client safety and maximum muscle burn.
• Design playlists and choreography that keep classes fresh, challenging, and fun.
• Welcome clients, help new students set up their Microformers, and mingle after to foster community.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Essence Lagree , both inside the studio and out in the Springfield community.

Qualifications

• Personality first: Outgoing, empathetic, reliable, and loud enough to be heard over a booming sound system.
• Background in dance, cheer, athletics, kinesiology/exercise science, yoga, Pilates, or group fitness is a massive plus, but not required .
• Must be able to attend our intensive, fully-sponsored multi-day Lagree Certification training hosted locally in Springfield (Dates: TBA.
• Basic CPR/AED certification or obtain it before teaching.
• Ability to commit to teaching at least 3–5 shifts per week with a flexible schedule.

What’s In It For You?

• Sponsored Certification: Access to official certified Lagree Fitness training sponsored by Employer (a $3,000+ value)
• Competitive Pay: Highly competitive per-class rates in the Springfield boutique fitness market.
• Unlimited Shifts & Perks: Free unlimited classes at the studio for you, plus discounts on retail and merchandise.
• Community: A vibrant, supportive, and energetic team culture that values your growth and creativity.

Essence Lagree is the Springfield area’s first boutique fitness studio dedicated to the Lagree Method. Veteran-owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team, our studio offers a supportive environment where you can achieve your fitness goals. We welcome everyone aged 16 and over (younger with parental approval), people of all backgrounds, and groups. Our workouts are safe, challenging, and designed to build strength, endurance, and flexibility—improving both physical and mental wellbeing. Join us and redefine your fitness experience.

Company Description

Essence Lagree is the Springfield area’s first boutique fitness studio dedicated to the Lagree Method. Veteran-owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team, our studio offers a supportive environment where you can achieve your fitness goals. We welcome everyone aged 16 and over (younger with parental approval), people of all backgrounds, and groups. Our workouts are safe, challenging, and designed to build strength, endurance, and flexibility—improving both physical and mental wellbeing. Join us and redefine your fitness experience.