Fitness Specialist

Job Description

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!


Fitness Specialist

Job Summary


The Fitness Specialist is responsible for delivering safe, effective, specialized programming for members and guests. Specialization may vary across wellness, golf and racquet performance, nutrition, and recovery. This role requires a versatile professional with expertise in exercise science, corrective movement, sports performance training, recovery techniques, nutrition, and member engagement. The Fitness Specialist will design individualized and group training sessions, provide evidence-based nutrition and recovery guidance, support overall member wellness, and collaborate with golf and racquet professionals to optimize athletic performance and promote holistic health.


Reporting Structure

• Reports to the Fitness Manager or Director

Day-to-Day

• Utilize movement screens based on specialization (e.g., 3D Maps - Gray Institute; TPI - Titleist Performance Institute, etc.) to evaluate biomechanics.
• Design strength, mobility, balance, and power programs to enhance biomechanics and reduce injury risk.
• Collaborate with golf and racquet professionals to create integrated fitness-performance plans.
• Deliver specialized recovery sessions including guided or assisted stretching, mobility work, myofascial release, percussive therapy, and other recovery modalities.
• Educate members on recovery strategies (sleep, nutrition, hydration, and active recovery).
• Incorporate recovery programs to reduce risk of injury and optimize sports performance.
• Support wellness offerings such as recovery workshops, recovery lounges, or integration with massage/physical therapy services.
• Provide nutrition guidance to support member fitness, weight management, performance, and recovery goals.
• Design meal plans based on member goals and objectives.
• Deliver educational workshops or one-on-one consultations on topics such as hydration, fueling for sport, healthy eating, and long-term wellness.
• Collaborate with dietitians and culinary teams to integrate club dining options into member nutrition plans.
• Maintain current fitness-related certifications including CPR/AED and actively seek new education opportunities that are presented through Invited partnerships.
• Maintain a schedule of availability that is current and update as needed.
• Responsible for seeing that daily assignments are completed in their respective areas, to meet club standards and as communicated in the star service focus expectations.
• Strong understanding of biomechanics, functional movement, corrective exercise, nutrition, and recovery science.
• Ability to design and adapt programs for different ages, abilities, and goals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Professional presence and member-focused service mentality.
• Minimum of 5 hours of fee-based work per week.

Additional Duties

• Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
• Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities to stay informed and contribute to the team's success.
• Wear a clean and neat uniform that follows Invited and your property uniform standards daily.

About You

Required (minimum of one or more of the certifications):

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a personal trainer or group fitness instructor.
• Experience working in private clubs, luxury, or high-performance training environments.
• Nationally accredited certification (NASM-CPT, ISSA, NFPT, NSCA-CSCS, ACSM-CPT, ACE-CPT or equivalent).
• CPR/AED certification.
• Gray Institute Functional Golf Specialist (FGS).
• Registered Dietitian (RD).
• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 1.
• Yoga Alliance RYT Minimum of 200.
• Yoga Medicine.
• NASM, ACE, and ISSA Yoga certifications.
• Yoga Fit Level 3 or Yoga Fit For Athletes Level 3.
• Muscle Activation Technique (MAT).
• Precision Nutrition Level One (PN).
• Eleiko Readiness and Recovery.
• Additional specialized certifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Preferred

• College degree in health, fitness, or recreation related field.
• TPI Level 2-3.
• Racquet sport-specific certifications (IPTPA - International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association, PTR - Professional Tennis Registry, or equivalent.
• NSCA-CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) or equivalent strength/performance certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate exercises, perform movement assessments, and spot clients safely.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/move for extended periods.
• Sitting, standing, exposure to temperature changes, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, talking, hearing, and seeing.

Primary Tools/Equipment

• Strength and cardiovascular equipment.
• Assessment tools.
• Functional training equipment.

Work Schedule

• Adherence to attendance requirements as outlined in the weekly schedule.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines.
• Availability to work on weekends and/or holidays as required.

What We Offer
We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and-if you're in a non-exempt role-hours worked.
While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)

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The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.