Head Coach – Orangetheory Fitness

Orangetheory - Franchise #0342

Head Coach – Orangetheory Fitness

Madison, WI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Free uniforms

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    Lead one of the top-performing Orangetheory studios in Wisconsin. Build a culture. Drive results. Make your mark.

    We’re looking for a high-energy, leadership-driven Head Coach to take the reins at our flagship Orangetheory studio in Madison. This isn’t a side gig or just another class schedule—it’s a true leadership role at the pinnacle of group fitness.

    What You’ll Do:

    Coach 15–20 high-energy, science-backed group classes per week

    Lead, train, and mentor a team of 5–6 elite fitness coaches

    Own 20–25 weekly hours of leadership: coaching development, KPI tracking, team meetings, member experience, and studio performance

    Cultivate an achievement-driven studio culture that’s fun, motivating, and rooted in results

    Support membership growth through energy, conversion, and retention

    Organize community challenges, events, and partnerships that make the studio a local movement

    Compensation & Perks:

    Total potential compensation: $70,000–$110,000

    Combination of hourly pay, class coaching pay, and performance-based bonuses tied to KPIs and membership growth

    Complimentary Orangetheory membership

    Career development and advancement opportunities

    Leadership coaching and ongoing professional training

    Who You Are:

    Certified through NASM, ACE, ISSA, ACSM, or NSCA

    Experienced in group fitness coaching and creating high-impact sessions

    A natural leader with strong communication skills and team-building instincts

    Motivated by performance metrics, goal setting, and leading from the front

    Experienced in sales, performance-based environments, or studio management (preferred)

    Familiar with the Orangetheory workout or brand (strongly preferred)

    Why This Studio?

    We’re not just the best in Madison—we’re setting the pace for the entire state. Our team is tight, our standards are high, and our members expect world-class energy every time they walk through the door. If you’re ready to lead from the front and bring something special to this industry, we want to meet you.

    Ready to coach, lead, and build a movement? Apply now.

    Requirements:

    Hold and maintain a current fitness certification from an education company approved by Orangetheory Fitness

    Be AED/CPR certified

    Job is expected to work approximately 35-40 hours per week

    Must be flexible - able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends as needed

    Compensation and Benefits:

    Total Target salary: Expected $70,000 min up to $110,000 with performance based bonus structure

    Free premier membership to Orangetheory Fitness ($169/mo value)

    Free Heart Rate Monitor ($109 value)

    Up to 2 weeks paid time off

    Specific job duties and selection requirements vary between Orangetheory studio locations and more details can be provided by the studio’s hiring manager if you are selected to move forward in the interview process.

    Acknowledgement *

    I understand that I am applying for a position with an employer that is an independently owned and operated Orangetheory® Fitness franchisee, not the franchisor, OTF Franchisor, LLC or any of its affiliates (OTFF). With respect to any position with a franchisee, I understand and agree that any information I provide in this application will be submitted directly to the independent franchisee, who is solely responsible for all employment related matters in their studio. This means, among other things, that the independent franchisee is solely responsible for and unilaterally makes all decisions concerning my employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. OTFF will not receive a copy of my application, will have no control over whether I receive an interview and/or am ultimately hired, does not control and is not responsible for the employment policies and practices of independent franchisees, and does not employ independent franchisee’s employees. If I am hired to work at an independent franchisee’s studio, the independent franchisee, and not OTFF, will be my employer. By submitting my application and resume, I am confirming that I am agreeing and consenting to the foregoing.

    Orangetheory values your privacy, so we want to keep you informed as to how your personal information is handled. With respect to the personal information you provided in this application, that information will be submitted directly to the independent franchisee, who is solely responsible for all privacy and data protection matters related to their studio. For any inquiries regarding how the independent franchisee may collect and process your personal information, please refer to that franchisee’s privacy policy or contact them directly. For all other information about how the franchisor, OTF Franchisor, LLC or any of its affiliates (OTFF), may collect and process personal information, please https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/privacy-policy.