Brooklyn FITNESS Lead

ABOUT VITAL

Our mission at VITAL is to create places that people love. While our gyms focus on bouldering, we also offer programs such as yoga, aerial, cycle, and fitness. VITAL gyms are open to members 24/7. We’re open to the public during the day, but only members can unlock the door at night. The sense of trust and ownership this inspires is part of what makes the VITAL community special.

We are optimists at heart, which means that we believe in our customers and in our team.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR CUSTOMERS. We build and operate our gyms to such a high standard because everyone deserves to be a part of something wonderful. The relationships people form at VITAL enrich life and lead to new adventures. By living out our belief in our customers they, in turn, believe in one another. This reciprocal goodwill makes VITAL more than just a gym, it becomes part of a full and connected life.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR TEAM. We believe that the best team is one that is unified and working hard towards a shared vision. Being part of such a team is challenging, and also rewarding. We support and invest in the people who work here with the goal of bringing up great leaders prepared to take on challenges at work and beyond.

THE POSITION

The Fitness Lead is responsible for managing and developing the Fitness program at VITAL Brooklyn. The Fitness program encompasses the fitness area in the gym as well as Fitness curriculum. They will work directly with the General Manager and Fitness Programs Manager to create a creative, challenging, and fun experience that will appeal to current and potential members. The curriculum includes a focus on fitness for climbing. The Lead Fitness Coach should be an example for other instructors and manage the needs of the Fitness program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create and maintain an outstanding Fitness program

  • Hire, onboard and train a qualified team of instructors and subs who represent VITAL’s values 

  • Manage the Fitness class schedule

  • Manage the instructor schedule

  • Sub any class that cannot be subbed by other staff

  • Create and manage a Fitness Instructor communication platform 

  • Train Instructors on procedures and VITAL policies

  • Know and follow all VITAL policies

  • Maintain all administrative, logistical and operational needs related the Fitness program

  • Manage and develop the private coaching program

  • Operate Mindbody Online for schedule changes, class descriptions, and reporting

  • Do performance reviews for Fitness Instructors

  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with members

  • Keep informed with current and new training techniques  

  • Create and maintain a fitness newsletter which includes instructor and student highlights 

  • Ensure all instructors are up to date on announcements, changes, and gym happenings

  • Meet with the Fitness Programs Manager often to go over current progress and future goals, and issues that arise within the Fitness Program

  • Plan outings and creative events for staff and members

BENEFITS

  • Starting admin wage of $25/hr, $61.25/45-minute class

  • Structured wage increases

  • 401K matching 

  • Health insurance programs

  • Internal benefit programs 

  • PTO 

  • Mental health program 

  • Employee membership with access to all programs and classes

  • Friends and family benefits

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA, NASM) or equivalent. Additional specialty/certifications preferred

  • Must possess current CPR certification

  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a Fitness Instructor

  • Physical ability to lead, demonstrate, and interact in fitness activities and perform related physical fitness skills

  • Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles

  • Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies

  • Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently with management and staff

  • Administrative and computer skills necessary to ensure program stays organized

  • Experience in or willingness to learn how to manage a budget and payroll 

  • Computer skills with experience using email and Google Drive experience with Mindbody Online preferred


We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.