Position Overview

Provides cutting-edge, athletic reformer-based instruction through entertaining, educational, and challenging classes that promote fitness, core strength, and positive self-esteem in a safe and supportive environment. The Athletic Reformer Instructor is passionate about helping members reach their goals through purposeful, reformer-based movement that emphasizes strength, stability, and control.

Maintains positive relationships with members to educate, motivate, and promote a healthy way of life by delivering high-quality, on-brand athletic reformer-based classes rooted in Life Time’s unique method.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Delivers high-quality, athletic reformer-based classes that are challenging, motivating, and rooted in Life Time’s signature methodologyBuilds strong connections with members by creating a welcoming, inclusive environment and engaging in meaningful interactions before and after classProvides clear instruction on proper form, technique, and movement modifications to ensure safety and success for all participantsMaintains a clean, organized, and professional studio space before and after each classSelects fresh, energizing music that enhances the class experience while maintaining brand-appropriate standardsActively promotes Life Time’s programs, services, and classes, encouraging broader member participationDemonstrates deep knowledge of the athletic reformer format, consistently delivering an on-brand experience in every classEducates members on the value of Signature Memberships and supports the sales process through authentic relationship-building

Position Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent1+ year of fitness instructor work experienceExperience teaching group fitness formatsKnowledge of anatomy and biomechanicsAbility to perform an aerobic activity for duration of a class, which may include, but not limited to, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, running, crawling, and kneelingAbility to routinely lift 50 pounds and occasionally 100 poundsAbility to perform exercises specific to athletic reformer-based trainingAbility to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and servicesAbility to perform physical activity including: standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouchingAbility to lift more than 20lbsCPR/AED CertificationMinimum of one of the following Group Exercise Certifications: National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM), American Council of Exercise (ACE), American Fitness Aerobic Association (AFAA), Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA)Comprehensive Reformer Pilates Certification (For Reformer Pilates roles only)

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or other related fieldBenefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

A fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and services

401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage 

Short term and long term disability insurance

Life insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.