Coach

Description:

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Capitol Hill, DC

Reports To: Studio Manager / Head Coach

Company Overview

Orangetheory Fitness is a science-backed, technology-tracked, coach-inspired group workout designed to produce results from the inside out. With over 900 locations across the U.S. and Canada and more than 300 studios in development, Orangetheory is one of the fastest-growing fitness franchises in the world.

We're currently seeking high-energy, passionate Fitness Coaches to join our team and deliver the ultimate workout experience to our members.

Position Summary

As an Orangetheory Fitness Coach, you’ll be the energy behind the workout. You’ll lead up to 36 members through dynamic, science-backed training sessions using Orangetheory’s proprietary method that blends cardio, strength, and power training. This role requires excellent coaching skills, time management, and the ability to motivate diverse fitness levels in a fast-paced group setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Orangetheory group workouts for up to 36 participants, delivering high-energy, engaging sessions that align with our methodology
• Ensure the safety of all participants by providing real-time exercise corrections and modifications
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the studio, especially the fitness floor
• Help build class attendance and member retention through motivation, personal connection, and professional support
• Represent Orangetheory at internal and external marketing events and initiatives
• Stay current with Orangetheory programming and attend all required monthly team meetings, webinars, and continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Current nationally accredited fitness certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, NFPT, NPTI, etc.) – Required
• Current CPR/AED Certification – Required
• 1+ years of experience in personal training and/or group fitness instruction – Preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, body mechanics, and functional movement
• Ability to lead, motivate, and adapt training to all fitness levels in real time
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field – Preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be physically capable of demonstrating all exercises and lifting up to 40 lbs

Physical Demands

• Must be able to actively demonstrate and perform exercises throughout the class
• Ability to remain standing and vocal for the duration of the 60-minute workout
• Frequently required to lift, bend, twist, and move equipment (e.g., dumbbells, TRX, medicine balls, Bosu balls, ab dollies)

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