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Group Fitness Coach – Basecamp Fitness (Schererville, IN)

Competitive, Growth-Based Compensation + Free Membership

Basecamp Fitness Schererville is looking for a high-energy, action-oriented Group Fitness Coach who is passionate about transforming lives and delivering an incredible class experience. Our Coaches bring the Basecamp format to life through high engagement, strong communication, and top-tier coaching.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, upbeat environment and love connecting with people, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

As a Basecamp Fitness Coach, you’ll guide members and guests through our pre-designed, interval-based 35-minute workouts. Coaches lead with energy, connect with members, manage class flow, and ensure proper exercise form and safety. This role is perfect for someone who is mission-driven, confident, and excited to help people live healthier, stronger lives.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive pay with growth opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Free Basecamp membership
  • Workouts, programming, and music mixes provided
  • Fitness-casual dress code
  • Positive, energizing team atmosphere

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver a high-energy, premium workout experience that keeps members coming back
  • Clearly explain Basecamp’s training program and the science behind the workout
  • Support both first-time guests and veteran members by building rapport before, during, and after class
  • Manage class intensity and flow with confidence and clear communication
  • Quickly identify and correct exercise form; provide modifications, regressions, and progressions
  • Partner with the front desk for seamless guest handoffs and exceptional first-time experiences
  • Make professional recommendations based on a guest’s fitness background and goals
  • Maintain a clean studio environment, including resetting bikes, mats, and equipment
  • Attend team meetings, trainings, and continuing education sessions

Required Skills & Traits

  • Ability to build immediate rapport; friendly, approachable, people-focused
  • Strong motivator with high energy and on-mic leadership presence
  • Solid understanding of exercise technique and coaching fundamentals
  • Able to clearly communicate over a microphone to a full class
  • Comfortable coaching all fitness levels and a variety of goals
  • Punctual, detail-oriented, and able to lead a full class independently
  • Team-focused mindset; thrives in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Current nationally recognized fitness certification (NCCA-accredited): ACE, NASM, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA, ISSA, etc.
  • Current CPR/AED certification
  • Required: successful completion of the Basecamp Fitness Coaches Course & audition process
  • Experience: at least 6 months leading group fitness or 1:1 training; on-mic experience preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to speak, cue, and demonstrate exercises while on your feet for the entire class
  • Must be able to safely lift, move, and demonstrate use of all studio equipment (dumbbells, kettlebells, TRX, barbells, medicine balls, plyo boxes, bands, etc.)
  • Frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and racking weights
  • Must be available to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Fitness Manager.

EEO Statement

Basecamp Fitness is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $46.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Continuing education credits
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Gym membership
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan

Experience:

  • Group fitness: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Functional fitness training: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Certified Personal Trainer (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Schererville, IN 46375 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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