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Fitness Instructor/Stretch Therapy

StretchLab - Wheaton/Naperville

Fitness Instructor/Stretch Therapy

Wheaton, IL +1 location
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you someone who genuinely enjoys helping others? Are you someone who goes out of your way to try and make people feel better? Are you someone who likes to influence others in achieving their goals? If so, becoming a certified Flexologist – Stretch Therapist could be the perfect career move for you.

    StretchLab is seeking certified passionate fitness instructors and those with fitness degrees to join our team! This is an amazing opportunity to gain experience in a new modality that is an excellent complement to anyone seeking to further develop their health and wellness goals.

    To qualify for this position, you must obtain one or the other of:

    a. A current active Fitness Certification. The full list of acceptable fitness certifications is listed under the Qualifications portion of this job posting.

    b. A degree in either Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or Human Biomechanics.

    StretchLab is the industry leader in offering professional one-on-one assisted stretching. With Co-Founders coming from the personal training industry, Stretch Lab has created a variety of offerings to empower clients to “Live Long!” StretchLab has gathered a team of experts already certified in an array of related fields. StretchLab prides itself on having the finest team of stretching professionals. StretchLab’ s proprietary Flexologist™ training ensures that their client’s receive a world class stretching session.

    Our Core Values:

    Ø Freedom - We celebrate the freedom to move, participate, and engage in the life you want to have.

    Ø Energy - We help uncover and release the natural energy that comes from healthy movement.

    Ø Growth - We are committed to continuing the education and personal growth of our team and clients.

    Ø Community - We engage and support the local neighborhoods in which we live and work.

    Ø Caring - We focus on the role human touch plays in the care and comfort of our clients.

    We are seeking:

    Ø Ability to create a positive environment that welcomes all people.

    Ø Fantastic communication skills and exudes empathy.

    Ø Must have a professional work ethic, be reliable and adhere to our attendance policies

    Ø Must be available to go through our 2-day Flexologist Training Program, which includes 20 hours of online tutorials and 2 days of in-person/hands-on training

    What you will do:

    Ø Provide demo stretches at pop up locations during our pre-sale

    Ø Deliver one-on-one assisted stretch sessions as well as group stretch classes for up to 6 clients

    Ø Encourage and motivate clients throughout stretch sessions

    Ø Build StretchLab membership and retain current clientele

    Ø Ensure safety of clients regarding proper stretch techniques and enforce StretchLab policies and safety rules

    Ø Attending staff meetings and required educational presentations

    Ø Handle member concerns when applicable

    Ø Assist sales associates and Sales Manager with studio tour and sales, as needed

    Ø Maintain strong social media presence to client membership and retention

    Ø Clean and maintain all equipment to ensure it is available for client use at any given time

    What’s in it for you:

    Ø We will help you build your client base.

    Ø Paid training and official certification upon completion.

    Ø Our commitment to health and safety and providing a therapeutic, healing environment for you and StretchLab members and guests

    What Our StretchLab Offers:

    Ø A fun, inclusive, team-oriented environment where we encourage camaraderie and self-expression

    Ø Ability to positively impact your client’s life by assisting them reach their personal wellness and fitness goals

    Ø Personal development in the fitness and wellness industry through continued education

    Ø Opportunities to be part of our community outreach program by delivering demo stretch sessions at fun events

    Ø Full time employees receive PTO and access to health, dental and vision benefits

    Ø Employee retail discount

    Ø Free stretches and other employee perks

    Qualifications:

    Ø Love helping others achieve their wellness and flexibility goals, with a passion for stretching, mobility and flexibility

    Ø Experience working in a fitness/health environment where you provide hands-on training with clients

    Ø *REQUIRED: Fitness certification or degree

    o Massage Therapy

    o Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist or Strength and Conditioning Coach

    o BFA in Dance or Movement

    o Athletic Trainer

    o Physical Therapist

    o Chiropractic Assistant

    o Yoga Instructor

    o Pilates Instructor

    o Barre Instructor

    o Group Fitness Instructor

    o Zumba Instructor

    o Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or Human Biomechanics

    Ø Ability to create a positive environment that welcomes all people.

    Ø Fantastic verbal communication skills and exudes empathy.

    Ø Must love connecting with people and have passion for helping them achieve goals.

    Ø Must have a professional work ethic, be reliable and adhere to our attendance policies

    Ø Must be available to go through our 60-hour Flexologist Training Program, which includes 20 hours of online tutorials, 2 days of in-person/hands-on training lead by a Master Flexologist and complete 20 practice hours.

    We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is a key to excellence. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

    We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our company does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

    <p style="font-size: 8pt;"><em> 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 Stretch Lab Corporate. </em></p>

  • Locations
    Wheaton, IL • Naperville, IL