Team Lead - Group Fitness

At VASA Fitness, we're more than a gym we're a community built on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. We create UPLIFTing experiences for everyone through inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. VASA is a place where lives are changed through authentic connections, growth, and support for both members and team members.

HOW YOU WILL CHANGE LIVES

The Group Fitness Team Lead (GFTL) is the coach behind the coaches the person who ensures every class motivates, UPLIFTs, and creates community. You'll oversee the Group Fitness program in your club, managing class schedules, developing instructors, and ensuring programming is high-energy, safe, and inclusive for all fitness levels.

This role is a platform for personal and professional growth, where you'll help members and guests receive an exceptional experience through classes that are fun, effective, and community-driven. You'll collaborate with other team leads and your General Manager to grow class attendance, maximize group fitness usage, and ensure every VASA class reflects our high standards of quality and care.

WHO CAN THRIVE IN THIS ROLE

You don't need prior Group Fitness leadership experience to succeed here just a nationally accredited certification and a drive to lead people. If you've led teams in retail, restaurants, hospitality, sales, or other fast-paced industries, your leadership experience translates. We'll train and support you as you build a strong instructor team while bringing the energy, organization, and motivation that fuels our Group Fitness community.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

When you join VASA, you'll find more than a job you'll find a place to belong. Our leaders believe in our mission, have high standards, and give energy to others every day.

Wellness is a priority! All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships one for you and one to share plus discounted personal training sessions.

All employees are eligible to participate in 401(k) options and the Employee Assistance Program FREE therapy, financial advising, legal advice, and more.

30+ hours / week employees : Paid Time Off (hourly), Health, Dental, Vision Benefits, and Paid Parental Leave.

40 hours / week employees : Flexible Vacation Plan (salary) & Paid Holidays.

COMPENSATION :

Pay is $21.00 per hour + Bonus and Commission Opportunities! Class Rates paid at $35.00 / hour.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

3+ years of experience teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique fitness classes (experience in specialty studios preferred).

Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification required (recently expired certifications may be renewed within 30 days of hire).

Current CPR / AED certification required.

Experience leading, coaching, teaching, or performing in front of groups.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

General knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, and physical fitness.

Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and urgency.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Passion for fitness, community, and helping others reach their goals.

Experience with Les Mills or other structured fitness formats is a plus.

WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

Growing class attendance and overall Group Fitness engagement by analyzing class counts, usage trends, and schedule performance.

Building and maintaining class schedules that are competitive, on-trend, and convenient for members.

Recruiting, hiring, and developing a high-performing team of Group Fitness Instructors who embody VASA's values.

Coaching instructors through regular feedback, practice sessions, and in-class evaluations to continually elevate the member experience.

Collaborating with other Team Leads to align schedules and support overall club performance.

Ensuring rooms and equipment are clean, safe, and fully operational reporting maintenance needs promptly.

Executing playbooks, marketing initiatives, and programming standards with consistency and excellence.

Creating a culture of enthusiasm, accountability, and connection within your team.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Salon / Spa / Fitness