Orangetheory Fitness is one of the fastest-growing franchise fitness brands in the world, with 900+ open locations across the U.S. and Canada and 300+ studios currently in development globally. Our science-backed, heart rate-based interval training is designed to produce real results—helping our members live longer, healthier lives. 

We are currently seeking high-energy, passionate leaders to join our Fitness Coach Management Team and take their coaching career to the next level. 

Position Summary 

As a Head Coach at Orangetheory Fitness, you’ll lead from the front—coaching dynamic group sessions, managing and mentoring the coaching team, and fostering a studio culture built on energy, excellence, and engagement. You’ll ensure consistency in class quality, assist with scheduling, and partner with studio leadership to create an unforgettable member experience. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage the fitness coaching team across all studio sessions 
• Create and maintain the coaching schedule using MindBody Online 
• Partner with the Studio Manager to foster a positive, inclusive work culture across fitness and sales staff 
• Coach high-quality, high-energy Orangetheory classes, ensuring every member receives an exceptional experience 
• Uphold studio cleanliness and maintain equipment and training areas 
• Promote OTF training both inside and outside the studio through community events and outreach 
• Monitor member safety in all sessions, ensuring proper heart rate zones, form, posture, and equipment usage 
• Drive member engagement, class attendance, and retention through leadership and performance 
• Attend and contribute to monthly team meetings, webinars, and ongoing fitness education 
• Recruiting, onboarding and development of new coaches in their market 

Qualifications 

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of physiology, biomechanics, and functional movement 
• Experience in group fitness instruction and/or personal training (2–3 years preferred) 
• Proven ability to adapt exercises in real-time for all fitness levels 
• Current nationally recognized fitness certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, NFPT, NPTI, etc.) — Required 
• Current CPR/AED Certification — Required 
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field — Preferred 
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal communication skills 
• High-energy, motivating presence with a passion for helping others 
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs and demonstrate exercises as needed 
• Flexible schedule availability (days, nights, weekends, holidays) 
• Physical Demands 

Head Coaches are required to be active throughout each workout, including demonstrating movements with equipment such as: 

• Bosu Balls 
• Medicine Balls 
• Dumbbells 
• TRX Systems 
• Ab Dollies 
• Rowers and Treadmills