Lead Fitness Trainer

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Training & development

Role Summary

The Lead Fitness Trainer is a growth-oriented role designed for an ambitious, elite fitness professional looking to expand their impact beyond the mic. This individual serves as a primary technical authority on the studio floor, ensuring every member receives a premium experience while collaborating with the Studio Manager to drive performance and operational excellence.

This is a high-visibility position ideal for a high-potential leader who thrives on accountability, possesses a "business-owner" mindset, and is looking for a role with significant opportunities for professional advancement.

Core Responsibilities

1. Strategic Floor Leadership

• Serve as a senior fitness expert and a primary point of contact for the training staff.
• Partner with the Studio Manager to ensure fitness operations are optimized to meet studio growth goals.
• Maintain a high standard of energy, safety, and brand consistency, serving as the benchmark for the coaching team.
• Act as a visible leader for the studio membership and a key representative in the local community.
  
  

2. Team Mentorship & Performance Standards

• Lead by example, delivering "model classes" that demonstrate elite coaching cues and engagement.
• Support the Studio Manager in the technical onboarding and development of new staff members.
• Facilitate peer-to-peer feedback and "quality checks" to ensure consistent, world-class workout delivery.
• Assist in leading team meetings and technical education sessions to keep the fitness staff at the top of their game.
  
  

3. Sales & Conversion Ownership

• The Intro Experience: Own the intro class journey, utilizing elite coaching techniques to convert prospects into long-term members.
• Skill Sharing: Mentor the training team on effectively communicating the "Orangetheory Science" and closing the "fitness gap" for new members.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team to ensure a seamless and high-converting member journey.
  
  

4. Retention & Community Impact

• Take a proactive lead in member retention by executing high-touch outreach for at-risk or low-usage members.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including utilization and conversion rates to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive community-building initiatives, such as specialty clinics and studio challenges, to deepen member loyalty.
  
  

5. Operational Excellence

• Support the Studio Manager in overseeing the coaching schedule to ensure 100% coverage and efficiency.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and studio organization meet Orangetheory’s highest brand standards.
• Utilize studio software (MBO, OTF internal tools) to track business health and member progress.
  
  

Professional Growth & Expectations

We are seeking a leader who wants to grow with the studio. Success in this role is measured by:

• Performance: Hitting personal and studio targets for intro conversions and retention.
• Culture: Building a culture of high performance, accountability, and professionalism.
• Advancement: We prioritize internal development and are looking for a candidate who is eager to take on increasing strategic responsibilities as the studio scales.
  
  

Qualifications

• Certification: Current nationally recognized fitness certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA).
• Safety: Current CPR/AED certification.
• Experience: 2–3+ years of group fitness experience with a proven track record of high-energy delivery.
• Leadership Potential: Prior experience in a "Team Lead," mentor, or management capacity is highly preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Strong preference for candidates with existing Orangetheory coaching experience and a deep understanding of heart rate-based training.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Owner Mindset: High level of personal accountability and a results-driven approach.
• Dynamic Presence: A "command-the-room" personality that motivates both members and staff.
• Problem Solver: Ability to iden