Benefits:

Annual education & certification stipend

Travel reimbursement for multi-site visits

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

About the Role

Project Lift, a multi-state Retro Fitness franchise group backed by BlackRock, is growing rapidly across Texas, Florida, and New York. We’re hiring a Group Exercise Director to lead programming, instructor hiring, and quality control across our Texas clubs in Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston.

This position drives the overall group fitness experience by ensuring classes are consistent, engaging, and aligned with the Retro Fitness brand. The ideal candidate is organized, energetic, and skilled at managing from a distance while keeping local teams motivated and supported.

Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, and coach group exercise instructors across all Texas clubs

Maintain class schedules and regional sub lists

Ensure instructors maintain valid certifications (Group Fitness, CPR/AED)

Conduct in-person and virtual class audits to ensure brand standards

Support Club and Fitness Managers with instructor performance and scheduling coverage

Collaborate on presale activations, community events, and member engagement

Qualifications

3+ years of multi-site or regional group exercise leadership preferred

Nationally recognized certification (AFAA, ACE, NASM, ISSA, etc.)

CPR/AED certified

Strong organizational and communication skills

Proven ability to manage and support teams remotely

Willingness to travel 30–50% between DFW and Houston

Flexible work from home options available.