UFC GYM Woodbridge, NJ is seeking energetic and experienced Group Fitness Instructors to lead engaging, high-quality classes for our members.
Instructors who are passionate about fitness, confident leading groups, and able to create a motivating and welcoming class environment.
Instructors will typically teach 2–4 one-hour classes per week, based on class schedule and availability. Evening and weekend availability is preferred.
Class Instruction
- Lead safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes according to the scheduled class format.
- Demonstrate exercises and provide clear verbal instruction and effective cueing.
- Motivate participants and create a positive, high-energy workout environment.
- Educate participants on proper form and provide appropriate exercise modifications when needed.
- Monitor participants throughout class and make adjustments to promote safety and effectiveness.
- Explain proper use of equipment and reinforce class safety guidelines.
- Welcome new participants and help them feel comfortable with the class format.
- Deliver classes consistent with UFC GYM standards and the scheduled format.
Instructor Responsibilities
- Arrive with sufficient time to prepare the workout area and greet participants.
- Begin and end classes according to the scheduled class time.
- Build positive rapport with participants and provide an excellent class experience.
- Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and coaching presence.
- Properly store equipment following each class and report equipment or safety concerns.
- Operate applicable sound equipment, microphone, and room lighting when needed.
- Communicate class or participant concerns to gym management as appropriate.
- Promote member participation in group fitness programming and special events.
Qualifications
- Experience teaching HIIT, Cardio Kickboxing, Functional Training, Bootcamp, Strength & Conditioning, or similar group fitness formats.
- Strong knowledge of safe exercise techniques and training principles.
- General understanding of anatomy and kinesiology.
- Ability to effectively demonstrate exercises and coach proper technique.
- Strong verbal communication, motivational, and group leadership skills.
- Ability to work with participants of varying ages, abilities, and fitness levels.
- High energy and the physical ability to effectively lead scheduled classes.
- Dependable, professional, and prepared to deliver a consistent member experience.
Certification Requirements
- Current recognized Group Fitness certification.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
- Additional specialty-format certification or training may be required depending on the class.
- Availability to teach approximately 2–4 one-hour classes per week.
- Evening and weekend availability preferred.
Independent Contractor Opportunity
If you’re an energetic instructor who enjoys building a following, motivating groups, and creating an outstanding fitness experience, we’d like to hear from you.
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 (714) 668-0911 or contact@ufcgym.com.
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. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to UFC Gym.