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The UFC GYM Group Fitness (Group Fit) Instructor leads a group of participants through a series of movements and exercises using music as the basis of rhythmic exercise. The Group Fit Instructor is responsible for conducting safe, effective exercise classes and assisting participants in achieving exercise goals while creating a fun workout environment for all participants.

Class Instruction

• Plan and develop a variety of exercise routines, choose appropriate music and choreograph different movements appropriate for each class.
• Lead the class by performing the workout along with the participants who follow your lead.
• Incorporate use of cuing, tempo and safe transitional movements from one exercise to another.
• Instruct group exercise format according to class schedule and adhering to company standard.
• Greet and encourage new participants and orient them to class.
• Educate participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications and modification of moves when needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and proper usage of exercise equipment used during the class.
• Motivate participants and provide instruction in maintaining exertion levels in order to maximize benefits from the exercise routines.
• Monitor participation and make necessary adjustments when necessary.

Administrative Duties

• Arrive on time to prep, set-up and greet participants. Start and end class on time, as scheduled.
• Greet members warmly and enthusiastically and build rapport with participants. Answer questions and maintain a positive exercise experience.
• Communicate member concerns to the Group Fit Manager when necessary.
• Project a professional image through dress, behavior and attitude.
• Encourage long-term participation and member retention.
• Store all equipment neatly and appropriately. Report any equipment or safety issues to the Group Fit Manager, Operations Manager and/or General Manager.
• Accurately and promptly record hours worked on Club Ready and time and attendance system.
• Operate the stereo sound system, microphone and room lighting.
• Secure substitute instructors for assigned shifts that cannot be worked.
• Promote special events and other classes/services offered at the gym.
• Suggest special events to the Group Fit Manager to encourage more participation from members.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles
• General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cuing technique and rhythm
• Possess a high degree of energy and endurance to complete each fitness class
• Ability to communicate and connect with diverse group of individuals of all age groups and fitness levels
• Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants
• Ability to provide clear instruction when needed

Minimum certifications/educational level:

• Current Group Fitness approved certification (preferred)
• Additional training in specialty formats may be required

Compensation: $16.50 - $40.00 per hour

Train Different, Live Different, Work Different. At UFC GYM we inspire others to reach their potential in and out of the gym. We are passionate about maximizing potential in our members, our teammates and ourselves. Think big, don't settle and change lives including your own. If you believe in excellence, value a high-performance lifestyle and are passionate about enriching lives through health and fitness, then you belong here.

UFC GYM is an original. The Original. We are proud to be the global leader in mixed martial arts inspired fitness and conditioning. Forged from the partnership of two powerhouses, the Ultimate Fighting Championship and New Evolution Ventures (NEV), we empower everyone to access the training benefits and programs of elite UFC athletes.

UFC GYM is more than a brand. We are a community of fitness committed individuals who believe in the power of a team approach. Your success is our success. Join our family and find out!

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at our company, please contact us at ( or

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee.

Reports to: Franchise Owner/Operator

Requirements:

• Maintain valid CPR Certification
• Nationally Accredited Aerobic Certification AFAA, ACE or NASM preferred
• Valid Yoga or Pilates Certification also acceptable

Special Skills:

• Experience teaching exercise classes for clients of all levels
• Strong customer service skills
• Good verbal communication

Responsibilities:

• Instruct safe and effective exercise classes
• Maintain all mandatory education certifications
• Follow all instructor sign-in/sign-out procedures
• Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Crunch brand and model behavior in accordance with Crunch mission statement
• Facilitate all member requests or forward to a manager
• Maintain professional disposition at all times
• Follow all club/facility policies and procedures
• Follow all policies and procedures in Employee Handbook
• Above description may be subject to change or alteration at any time

Meetings:

• Monthly or Weekly Department Meetings
• Employee Training Meetings

Crunch Fitness is looking for energetic, enthusiastic people that are passionate about health and fitness to join our team. Working at Crunch is more than a job, it's an opportunity to inspire others to reach their fitness goals. Our 'No Judgments' philosophy attracts a diverse and welcoming group of professionals and makes Crunch an amazing company to work for.

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments. Our gyms are packed with the latest state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, weight room, full service locker rooms with showers, tanning booths, HydroMassage bed, and an extensive schedule of Crunch's signature classes including Zumba, BodyWeb with TRX, Yoga Body Sculpt, Belly Butt and Thighs Bootcamp, and more.

Join us to apply for the Group Fitness Instructor role at Forma Gym .

We are looking for new Fitness Instructors to join our Forma Gym San Jose team.

Forma is more than a gym. We are a fitness family made up of talented individuals dedicated to health & wellness. We create a fun, passionate, and inspiring environment with unlimited potential for growth. Our team of over 100 associates makes a significant impact on our community through personal training, group exercise, mind-body, cycle, aqua, Pilates, chiropractic, massage, and more.

Join us and experience the culture we are creating in our team.

• Must be a certified instructor with a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a gym setting.
• Must have passion, customer service and communication skills, and an ability to collaborate in a gym environment.
• AED and CPR Certified.

As a member of the Forma Gym team, you will receive:

• Free Child Care! Bring your kids to work!
• Competitive compensation
• Complimentary club membership
• Discounted membership for family members
• Discounts on services and products

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

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Incredible facility, welcoming community, fun environment

• Base hourly pay, plus class premium pay (average $25-$30 per hour)
• Complimentary education, training and CEUs
• Top level gym membership at over 450 locations
• Work perks like hydromassage, tanning, red light therapy, personal training, unlimited classes, and more!

Would you like to use your passion for fitness to transform the lives of our members, in a facility with top of the line fitness equipment, a fun, high energy atmosphere and competitive pay? Would you like to join one of the fastest growing fitness franchises in the world? With over 450 locations in the U.S. and internationally, Crunch Fitness is a leader in making serious fitness fun. If you're passionate about helping others, we're looking for you!

Welcome to Crunch Fitness!

The Company

Crunch Fitness is a no judgement zone where people from every background can join a community of positivity, energy, and fun-filled goal crushing! We are famous for our colorful personality and kickass group training programs.

We are proud to be known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.

While we believe in the power of fitness to improve lives, we also know exercise is hard work and everyone can use a little more motivation. So we've fused fitness and entertainment so that we can make serious exercise fun.

The Position

We're looking for a high energy, people loving, versatile Group Fitness Instructor!

• Must be social, enthusiastic, and passionate about fitness
• Able to lead a group of members through various exercises and formats
• Engage with members and staff alike to keep our members coming back again and again

Requirements

• Out-going, friendly, welcoming, party-starter type personality
• Nationally Accredited group fitness certification or personal training certification (AFAA, NASM, ISSA, etc.)
  Pilates specific certification
• CPR/AED Certification
• Preferred: Teaching/coaching experience
• Preferred: Personal training experience as the client or trainer

Responsibilities

• Crunch instructors put the FUN in Functional Fitness! Coach our members through high energy, scientifically sound, life changing workouts!
• Instruct safe and effective exercise classes for all fitness levels
• Follow all instructor sign in and sign out procedures
• Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Crunch brand and model behavior in accordance with Crunch mission statement.
• Facilitate all member requests or forward to a manager.
• Maintain professional disposition at all times.
• Come prepared with workout and/or choreography and playlists ready to go before class
• Arrive early to chat with members and prepare workout area/equipment
• Tidy workout area after class
• Help promote in-club sales and events

The Location

SIR Fitness is based in Southern California and our 11 franchise locations include Crunch Garden Grove, Crunch Huntington Beach, Crunch Fountain Valley, Crunch Tustin, Crunch San Clemente, Crunch Vista, Crunch Carmel Valley, Crunch Eastlake, Crunch Oceanside, and Crunch University Square. Our clubs are filled with the best strength and cardio equipment in the industry, including a functional training zone with turf, olympic lifting platforms, group fitness studio, and tons of machines and free weights. We're also proud to offer a Relax and Recover zone with hydromassage beds, tanning booths, and lounge. Some clubs also feature state of the art cycle studios, 3D body scanner and sauna. Our gyms also offer personal training and nutrition coaching, group fitness classes, and HIIT Zone classes.

Why Should You Apply?

• Get paid to do what you love- Improve the lives of our members through fitness
• Work perks! Workout before or after class, take other classes or use the hydromassage! Enjoy your free gym membership, fun work environment, and meet new people everyday!
• Work for a company where you wake up excited to go to work
• Advancement opportunities

Apply Today!

• Instruct safe and effective exercise classes
• Maintain all mandatory education certifications
• Understand and follow all policies, procedures and standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of Crunch brand, our 7 Core Values and personify our No Judgments philosophy
• Facilitate relevant member requests or forward to relevant supervisor(s)
• Stay connected on class schedules and evolving skills and fitness goals with key Group Fitness Managers

• Experience teaching exercise classes for clients of all levels
• Powerful customer service skills
• Awesome verbal communication (BONUS: theatrical or on-camera performance experience)

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience or equivalent teaching/performance experience in area of expertise
• CPR is required
• Relevant fitness or education certification. AFAA and/or ACE Certification strongly recommended

The UFC GYM Group Fitness (Group Fit) Instructor leads a group of participants through a series of movements and exercises using music as the basis of rhythmic exercise. The Group Fit Instructor is responsible for conducting safe, effective exercise classes and assisting participants in achieving exercise goals while creating a fun workout environment for all participants.

Class Instruction:

• Plan and develop a variety of exercise routines, choose appropriate music and choreograph different movements appropriate for each class.
• Lead the class by performing the workout along with the participants who follow your lead.
• Incorporate use of cuing, tempo and safe transitional movements from one exercise to another.
• Instruct group exercise format according to class schedule and adhering to company standard.
• Greet and encourage new participants and orient them to class.
• Educate participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications and modification of moves when needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and proper usage of exercise equipment used during the class.
• Motivate participants and provide instruction in maintaining exertion levels in order to maximize benefits from the exercise routines.
• Monitor participation and make necessary adjustments when necessary.

Administrative Duties:

• Arrive on time to prep, set-up and greet participants. Start and end class on time, as scheduled.
• Greet members warmly and enthusiastically and build rapport with participants. Answer questions and maintain a positive exercise experience.
• Communicate member concerns to the Group Fit Manager when necessary.
• Project a professional image through dress, behavior and attitude.
• Encourage long-term participation and member retention.
• Store all equipment neatly and appropriately. Report any equipment or safety issues to the Group Fit Manager, Operations Manager and/or General Manager.
• Accurately and promptly record hours worked on Club Ready and time and attendance system.
• Operate the stereo sound system, microphone and room lighting.
• Secure substitute instructors for assigned shifts that cannot be worked.
• Promote special events and other classes/services offered at the gym.
• Suggest special events to the Group Fit Manager to encourage more participation from members.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles
• General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cuing technique and rhythm
• Possess a high degree of energy and endurance to complete each fitness class
• Ability to communicate and connect with diverse group of individuals of all age groups and fitness levels
• Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants
• Ability to provide clear instruction when needed

Minimum certifications/educational level:

• Current Group Fitness approved certification (preferred)
• Additional training in specialty formats may be required

Benefits: Employee discounts Do you enjoy making a difference in someone else's life? Genesis Health Clubs are looking to expand their Group Fitness Staffs at all locations. We are looking for instructors for all areas of classes including, but not limited to, Step, Hi/Lo, indoor cycling, yoga and Pilates.This career is a strong fit for:Persons that are motivating, exciting and high energySomeone that enjoys working with groups of people of all ages and levelsAnyone that works well with either choreographed or freestyle classesSomeone that enjoys working towards goalsGenesis Health ClubsJoin the Genesis Health Clubs Family - Where Passion Meets Purpose!Genesis Health Clubs is the largest privately owned health club company in the country, with 83 locations across 13 states. Even more importantly, GHC is the fastest-growing non-franchised health club company in the U.S. This rapid expansion creates tremendous opportunity and upside for our team members. Genesis is a place where you can build a successful long-term career in the health and fitness industry, with unmatched upward mobility and growth. As a premier brand, we demand the best in the industry and, in turn, offer above-industry pay and strong rewards for top performers.Genesis Health Clubs continues to grow, not just in size, but in scope. We now operate a family of brands that includes trampoline parks, water parks, ice skating rinks, meal prep services, and baseball tournament venues. But we're more than just a gym, we're a movement grounded in core values that guide everything we do.At Genesis, our mission begins with MMFI: Make Me Feel Important. We serve, support, and inspire our members through meaningful relationships and thoughtful service. We believe in Investing in Our Members, Clubs, and Team, ensuring every location delivers excellence, from the equipment we provide to the people who bring the energy.We Lead by Example, showing up each day with compassion, drive, and a commitment to help others succeed. We encourage everyone to Exercise Daily, not just for fitness, but as a lifestyle that promotes resilience and long-term wellness.For Our Team:We offer dynamic roles in fitness, customer service, management, childcare, and more, with room to grow, lead, and truly make an impact.Why Work With Us:Above-industry average pay and strong employee rewardsMedical and dental coverage401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Rapid career advancement in a fast-growing organizationThe opportunity to uplift your community every dayFree all-access gym membershipA passionate, supportive culture where Staff is FamilyWhether you're training clients one-on-one or helping families stay active through our extended brands, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team transforming lives, one workout, one smile, one connection at a time.Ready to Level Up Your Health or Your Career?If you're passionate about wellness, driven to help others, and excited to work hard and have fun, we want to meet you.Página Web de la Compañía:

Our CultureOur unique culture is at the heart of all we do and is guided by our values and behaviors. It's what we expect of ourselves and each other every day. We call them the "Actions We Live By."Our Core Values:Actions We Live By. It's who we are when we step into our full power. Keep It Real. Always. We need open and honest discussions. We need courage to speak up and to call things out that aren't good enough. And we navigate tough conversations with empathy and grace.Think Ahead. Be An Owner. Always be proactive, not reactive; be on the front foot. If we want to be an owner of this business, we must act like it!Stay Humble. Hustle Harder. Show up and do the hard workBe a gritty, roll-up-your-sleeves kind of crewKnow it's never about one person-we are a part of a powerful team.One Team. One Voice. Be ONE united team. When we move in the same direction, there are no limits to what we can accomplish.Be Curious. Ask Why. Stay member curiousWe seek to understand, and we never settle. We ask questions to truly understand the core of a matter.GENERAL SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Group Fitness Director, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for providing creative, inviting and encouraging group exercise programs while maintaining a safe and effective learning environment and focusing on providing the best customer service and hospitality to members and guests.Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONSProvide a wide variety of classes to a discerning fitness populationEnsure classes are of the highest quality of content, safety and physical challengePresent innovative, entertaining and fun classesRemain open and attentive to the changing fitness needs of the membershipDeliver an exceptional experience to members, guests and AssociatesCommunicate timely and follow up as appropriateActive participation in events, programs, meetings and trainingRepresent the club in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow through and responseSchedule varies and may require weekend and holiday hours, days and eveningsCorporate Goals & ObjectivesPromote the company's safety goals and actively work towards ensuring a safe working environment.Comply with company policies and procedures.Make professional development a consistent priority.Assist with special club projects, events and promotionsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONCurrent Group Exercise certification with one or more of the following:American Council on Exercise (ACE),Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA),American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM),Specialty specific (i.e., Yoga, Pilates, Les Mills, etc.) certification, as required for format taughtCurrent CPR/AED certificationMinimum two (2) years of group exercise or fitness-related teaching experienceProfessional, friendly manner and excellent customer service abilitiesSales and MarketingKnowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, and sales techniques.Problem Anticipation/ Deductive ReasoningAbility to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and then apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Oral Comprehension and Expression Ability to understand and communicate so others can understand ideas and information.ComputerAbility to develop and maintain computer records in Word, Excel and other software required by TBCC.WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required. Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required.Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.Position requires public contact.It is sometimes necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations.It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment.Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.Frequently required to walk, stoop, kneel, climb or balance, and dance or stretch.Must occasionally walk around the facilityMust occasionally talk and hearMust frequently move 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required but this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.JOB DESCRIPTION REVISIONThis is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position.I can perform the functions of this job as described with or without reasonable accommodation.An Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Bay Club Company ("TBCC") provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race (and all traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed (including, but not limited to, religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, and breastfeeding, and other related medical conditions), sexual orientation and identity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, actual or perceived national origin/ancestry, accent or ability to speak English, age, disability, marital/familial status, source of income, veteran status, citizenship status, political activities or affiliations, medical condition, genetic information, persons with AIDS or AIDS-related condition, or persons who are victims of domestic violence.

The UFC GYM Group Fitness (Group Fit) Instructor leads a group of participants through a series of movements and exercises using music as the basis of rhythmic exercise. The Group Fit Instructor is responsible for conducting safe, effective exercise classes and assisting participants in achieving exercise goals while creating a fun workout environment for all participants.

Class Instruction:

• Plan and develop a variety of exercise routines, choose appropriate music and choreograph different movements appropriate for each class.
• Lead the class by performing the workout along with the participants who follow your lead.
• Incorporate use of cuing, tempo and safe transitional movements from one exercise to another.
• Instruct group exercise format according to class schedule and adhering to company standard.
• Greet and encourage new participants and orient them to class.
• Educate participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications and modification of moves when needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and proper usage of exercise equipment used during the class.
• Motivate participants and provide instruction in maintaining exertion levels in order to maximize benefits from the exercise routines.
• Monitor participation and make necessary adjustments when necessary.

Administrative Duties:

• Arrive on time to prep, set-up and greet participants. Start and end class on time, as scheduled.
• Greet members warmly and enthusiastically and build rapport with participants. Answer questions and maintain a positive exercise experience.
• Communicate member concerns to the Group Fit Manager when necessary.
• Project a professional image through dress, behavior and attitude.
• Encourage long-term participation and member retention.
• Store all equipment neatly and appropriately. Report any equipment or safety issues to the Group Fit Manager, Operations Manager and/or General Manager.
• Accurately and promptly record hours worked on Club Ready and time and attendance system.
• Operate the stereo sound system, microphone and room lighting.
• Secure substitute instructors for assigned shifts that cannot be worked.
• Promote special events and other classes/services offered at the gym.
• Suggest special events to the Group Fit Manager to encourage more participation from members.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Knowledge of safe exercise technique and principles
• General understanding of human anatomy and kinesiology
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cuing technique and rhythm
• Possess a high degree of energy and endurance to complete each fitness class
• Ability to communicate and connect with diverse group of individuals of all age groups and fitness levels
• Ability to effectively demonstrate skills being taught to participants
• Ability to provide clear instruction when needed

Minimum certifications/educational level:

• Current Group Fitness approved certification (preferred)
• Additional training in specialty formats may be required

Compensation: $16.00 - $45.00 per hour

Train Different, Live Different, Work Different. At UFC GYM we inspire others to reach their potential in and out of the gym. We are passionate about maximizing potential in our members, our teammates and ourselves. Think big, don't settle and change lives including your own. If you believe in excellence, value a high-performance lifestyle and are passionate about enriching lives through health and fitness, then you belong here.

UFC GYM is an original. The Original. We are proud to be the global leader in mixed martial arts inspired fitness and conditioning. Forged from the partnership of two powerhouses, the Ultimate Fighting Championship and New Evolution Ventures (NEV), we empower everyone to access the training benefits and programs of elite UFC athletes.

UFC GYM is more than a brand. We are a community of fitness committed individuals who believe in the power of a team approach. Your success is our success. Join our family and find out!

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at our company, please contact us at ( or