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Group Fitness Instructor and Coach

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Position Summary We're seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to join our team and deliver Life Time's premier Signature Group Training format(s) . Whether your expertise lies in sprint coaching, Olympic lifting, bootcamp-style conditioning, Reformer-based athletic training, or mind-body performance, we offer a role that empowers you to lead an exceptional member experience aligned with your background.As a Signature Format Coach , you'll inspire and empower members through high-energy, results-driven programming while cultivating a strong sense of community and belonging. You'll lead with presence, purpose, and a deep understanding of your chosen format's unique identity. General Responsibilities Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to your Signature format Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications to support all fitness levels Create a motivating, inclusive, and high-energy group environment Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space Promote Life Time's Signature programming and brand culture Participate in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development Signature Format Opportunities Ultra Fit - Sprint-Based Conditioning Best Fit For: Performance coaches or track specialists Key Focus: High-intensity treadmill intervals, explosive movement, and all areas that improve sprint performance-including agility, balance, power, and mobility Required: Background in sprint coaching and sprinting biomechanics Preferred: Experience leading group-based athletic conditioning classes Alpha Strength - Olympic Lifting & Strength Coaching Best Fit For: Strength coaches and certified personal trainers Key Focus: Olympic barbell lifts, progressive strength cycles, and small group performance training Required: Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent) Preferred: Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming Alpha Conditioning & GTX - Group Strength & Cardio Best Fit For: Energetic group fitness instructors and performance-minded coaches Key Focus: Functional strength, metabolic conditioning, and team-based workouts Required: Strong leadership presence and ability to coach across all fitness levels Preferred: Experience in bootcamp-style formats and heart rate-based training CTR (Core Tone Reform) - Athletic Reformer Training Best Fit For: Pilates professionals and fitness instructors who enjoy working with music Key Focus: Full-body athletic movement on the Reformer, core integration, mobility, and rhythmic flow Required: Reformer Pilates experience or certification Preferred: Background in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats MB360 - Mind-Body Mobility & Conditioning Best Fit For: Yoga and fitness instructors, mobility specialists, and holistic coaches Key Focus: Strength, flexibility, mindfulness, mobility, meditation, and functional movement Required: Background in yoga, mobility, and/or strength training Preferred: Strong motivational presence; ideal for yoga teachers, yoga sculpt, barre, or fitness instructors looking to create meaningful, impactful class experiences that go beyond exercise Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED CPR/AED Certification At least one nationally recognized certification related to your chosen format 1+ year teaching or coaching experience in your area of expertise Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach your format Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field Experience teaching across multiple fitness modalities Familiarity with heart rate training tools and performance data coaching Proven ability to build strong member relationships and community engagement Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr lifetime

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