The instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and motivational group fitness classes while ensuring proper technique and modifying intensity as needed for members. Key duties also involve increasing class attendance, fostering community interaction, addressing member concerns, and managing class coverage through securing substitutes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least six months of experience teaching Group Fitness classes in a related discipline and hold a valid professional fitness certification for their specialty, such as Les Mills or Zumba. A nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification or CPT is preferred, along with maintaining a current CPR/AED certification, and possessing an outgoing, energetic demeanor.
professional certificateInterpersonal SkillsPolicy AdherenceCommunity BuildingProfessional AttitudeClass ModificationEquipment ReportingGroup Fitness InstructionSafe Exercise TechniquesSocial Media MaintenanceClass RecruitmentAudience Performance
Job description
Who We Are
When you work at the Best. Gym. Ever, you join the Best. Team. Ever. You'll walk into our clean and spacious gyms with a smile on your face and a pep in your step because you know you are about to change lives! High-five your team and get ready to move quickly! Combine your passion for fitness and love of people into your career at The Edge Fitness Clubs!
What We LOVE
People. Fitness. Teamwork. Fun. Changing Lives.
What You’ll DO
Deliver high quality member experiences through safe, effective and motivational classes.
Demonstrate proper techniques and form that aligns with class descriptions while modifying intensity for members when necessary.
Increase attendance through knowledge, skill and emotional connection.
Willing to teach at least two classes a week.
Create community through positive interactions before and after class.
Address member concerns or direct to appropriate club management.
Report equipment maintenance needs to club management.
Drive excitement for classes and recruit members to join.
Secure appropriate substitutes to ensure class coverage, per Edge policies and procedures.
Maintain a growing social media presence to attract new participants to classes, special events, etc.
Read staff communications and attend staff meetings on occasion as required.
Maintain a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors, club staff and members.
Adhere to Group Exercise policies and procedures.
Support and articulate the Edge Fitness mission statement.
Maintain a healthy way of life.
What You’ll Need
6 months experience teaching Group Fitness classes in a related discipline
Valid professional fitness certification in specific specialty program formats: Les Mills, Spinning, Zumba, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Barre, etc.
Nationally accredited
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Benefits
401k
Discounts on apparel
Discounts on personal training
Free Gym membership
Discounts on shake bar
Discounts on Edge Kids
CPT preferred: AFAA, ACE, AAAI, NASM
Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED certification
Must be outgoing, energetic and able to perform in front of an audience
Must have access to regular email and phone communication
Must have excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and ability to demonstrate them
Qualifications
What We Offer
YOU:
We will give you a FREE Gym membership! Get your workout in during lunch or after shift!
We make sure you plan for your future. Enroll in our 401k.
We want you to save money! There are discounts on personal training, apparel, shake bar & Edge Kids!
We want you to have a flexible schedule!
We will give you an awesome culture and fun work environment! Look forward to coming to work each day!
Not all heroes wear capes, we wear sneakers and workout clothes! There is a reason our members call us the best gym ever... it’s because we have the best staff ever... come join our team! It's okay... you can invite your friends to come work with you too!
Edge Fitness, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
The above statements are intended to describe the general activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Please note these statements are not an exhaustive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities. Duties, Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Market context
Michigan group fitness roles stay certification-driven
In Michigan, Group Fitness Instructor openings typically favor candidates who can show recent class-teaching experience and a current specialty certification, with nationally accredited group fitness credentials or a CPT often preferred. Competition is strongest for instructors who can lead multiple formats, maintain safe class delivery, and present a polished member experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification matches the class style before applying.
