Trainer

ABOUT US

GoodGood Studio is a reformer strength training fitness studio. We help people feel stronger in their bodies and more connected to themselves—on and off the reformer—because when people feel good in their bodies, they show up better for their families, their work, and themselves.

We’re building more than a workout. We’re building a place rooted in care, community, and high standards—where clients feel supported and challenged, and where our team feels proud of the work they do every day.

If you’re driven, thoughtful, and energized by the idea of positively impacting people and the Virginia Beach community, you’ll feel right at home. We’re looking for people who lead with heart, take ownership of their work, and want to grow alongside a studio that’s just getting started.

ROLE SUMMARY

As a GoodGood Studio trainer, you share our values and passion for unrivaled and memorable customer experiences. You will be a brand ambassador for GoodGood Studio and will contribute to the successful growth of the business while ensuring the highest possible standards of customer service and program delivery. You are responsible for creating exceptional group workouts and private sessions within the GoodGood Studio framework and delivering pre-created workouts and private sessions developed by GoodGood Studio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

CLASS & PROGRAMMING DELIVERY

  • Responsible for the exceptional delivery of reformer strength training classes and private sessions

  • Create exceptional workouts and private sessions within the GoodGood Studio framework

  • Deliver pre-created workouts and private sessions developed by GoodGood Studio

  • Adhere to the designated start and end times, intensity, structure, and description of each class or session, while accommodating varying fitness levels within each class

  • Maintain consistency with GoodGood Studio’s programming philosophy and quality standards

CLIENT EXPERIENCE & ENGAGEMENT

  • Build strong rapport with clients by learning names, understanding individual needs and goals, and fostering a welcoming environment

  • Educate prospective and Introductory Package clients on studio formats, offerings, and class types

  • Engage with clients before and after class to support retention, bookings, and overall studio experience

  • Represent GoodGood Studio professionally and positively in all client-facing interactions

ATTENDANCE, SCHEDULING & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

  • Teach assigned classes and/or private sessions on a consistent monthly schedule and limit substitutions

  • When seeking a substitute, you are responsible for directly contacting all approved substitutes before requesting assistance from Management

  • Arrive 20 minutes prior to each scheduled class or session and remain 20 minutes following the session to fulfill pre- and post-class responsibilities

  • Trainers are compensated on a per-session basis. Session pay includes all required pre-class and post-class responsibilities.

  • Adhere to all studio opening and closing protocols when scheduled to open or close the studio

STUDIO CARE, CLEANING & OPERATIONS

  • Ensure the studio and equipment are cleaned and reset after each class or private session in accordance with GoodGood Studio standards

  • Report maintenance issues, equipment concerns, or safety matters promptly to Management

  • Work directly with Management to communicate scheduling updates, feedback, and operational needs

TEAM COMMUNICATION & TRAINING

  • Attend mandatory meetings and trainings with Management (meeting time will be compensated)

  • Uphold studio policies, procedures, and expectations consistently

  • Participate in ongoing education and development as required by GoodGood Studio

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPECTATIONS

  • Prior group fitness experience is a plus but not required

  • If you do not have previous experience teaching a reformer strength training class, you will be required to attend our 3-day training program. The training program fee is $500. (see more details below)

  • If you have experience and certification from similar fitness studios, you do not need to attend the training program but will be required to attend an Instructor Onboarding Class and Audition.

  • Team player with a positive attitude

  • Genuine passion to motivate others, clients and co-workers

  • Reliable and professional

  • CPR/AED certified (or willingness to obtain)

  • Be engaging, outgoing and eager to build relationships with clients

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to coach a minimum of four classes/week

  • Ability to coach a minimum of three holidays per year: One summer (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day); One winter (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day); One pre/post (Black Friday, Christmas Eve, New Years Eve)

COMPENSATION STRUCTURE & BENEFITS

This is a part-time role position compensated through:

  • $25/class: We offer a compensation plan that begins with a starting base pay of $25 per class for Instructors.

  • $15/hr for Internal Meetings, required workshops etc.

  • After three months of scheduled coaching, you will have the chance to earn a percentage of the total class revenue based on performance.

  • 50% off drop in classes

HOURS OF WORK

  • Shift patterns vary from 5:10AM to 7:40PM and include 8:10AM -12:40PM weekends

HIRING & TRAINING PROCESS

GoodGood Studio is intentional about who we bring onto our team. Our process is designed to ensure alignment in teaching quality, professionalism, and studio values.

Hiring Process

  • Application submission

  • Application review

  • Qualified applicants will be invited to submit a 7–10 minute audition video

  • Interview with Management

  • Invitation to attend GoodGood Studio training

Training Program

  • GoodGood Studio training is a 3-day immersive program that will be hosted February 13–15

  • Training cost: $500

  • Trainers are eligible for reimbursement of the training fee on a quarterly basis after teaching 250 classes at GoodGood Studio

  • Training must be successfully completed prior to being added to the teaching schedule

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