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POSITION: Hybrid Trainer (Fitness Instructor and Front of House Person)
Location: The Dean Galway - Galway City - 80 Prospect Hill, Galway Centre, Co. Galway.
Key Areas
- Leading high-energy, engaging, and results-driven fitness classes
- Providing exceptional customer service and front desk support on FOH shifts
- Offering expert coaching, motivation, and technique correction during sessions
- Assisting with gym floor engagement, cleanliness, and member experience
- Upholding POWER's premium service and operational standards
Job Purpose
The Hybrid Trainer (Fitness Instructor & FOH) is a dual-role position that combines coaching and front-of-house (FOH) responsibilities, ensuring a seamless and professional experience for all members. This role requires versatility, leadership, and strong customer service skills, allowing for smooth club operations both on the training floor and at the front desk.
Hybrid Trainers lead structured, high-quality workouts, coach members of all levels, and foster a motivating, community-driven atmosphere. On FOH shifts, they provide customer service, manage check-ins, handle bookings, and support club operations, maintaining a welcoming and premium environment.
This role is ideal for fitness professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are passionate about both coaching and customer engagement.
Job Description
Class Instruction & Coaching
- Deliver high-energy, structured fitness classes following POWER's programming
- Provide clear and effective coaching, ensuring members understand techniques and movement patterns
- Offer modifications and progressions to accommodate all fitness levels
- Keep class energy high and motivating while maintaining professional instruction
FOH Responsibilities
- Greet and check-in members, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience
- Assist members with bookings, inquiries, and club information
- Support membership sales, retail transactions, and promotions
- Maintain an organized and presentable front desk and reception area
Gym Floor Engagement & Cleanliness
- Engage with members outside of classes, offering training tips and encouragement
- Monitor gym safety and ensure proper equipment usage
- Assist in maintaining studio spaces, gym floor cleanliness, and equipment organization
- Support FOH and housekeeping teams in maintaining club presentation
Team Collaboration & Operational Support
- Work closely with FOH, housekeeping, and management to ensure seamless daily operations
- Support club managers with event participation, workshops, and community initiatives
- Attend team training and development sessions to continuously enhance coaching and customer service skills
Key Responsibilities
Daily Responsibilities
- Lead high-quality group classes and provide expert coaching
- Engage with members on the gym floor, offering advice and support
- Work FOH shifts as scheduled, assisting with check-ins, bookings, and customer service
- Maintain studio cleanliness and organization post-class
Weekly Responsibilities
- Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing training
- Monitor and report member progress, feedback, and class performance
- Assist in club engagement initiatives such as promotions, events, and workshops
Monthly Responsibilities
- Contribute to training program updates and improvements
- Participate in community-building efforts and club initiatives
- Assist in mentoring new trainers and FOH team members
Requirements
- Recognized fitness qualification in group training, personal training, or relevant discipline
- Experience in leading group fitness classes and personal coaching
- Strong coaching, motivation, and communication skills
- High level of fitness and ability to demonstrate exercises with proper technique
- Excellent customer service skills, with experience in a hospitality or front-of-house role preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Passion for fitness, health, and delivering an exceptional member experience
Benefits:
- Global discounted staff room rates across the group
- 50% off Food and 25% Beverage across the group
- Additional Annual leave with Service
- Friends and Family discount
- Gym Membership Discounts*
- Continual training and development
- Career progression within the Group
- Gratuities *
- Meals on shift
- Bike to work scheme
- Taxsaver for travel
- Refer a friend scheme
- Wellness at work events and access to wellness platform
- Employment Assistance Programme
- Group discounts for cinema tickets, shopping deals etc
- Team appreciation days
- Service recognition
- Regular fun-filled activities and gatherings for all teams across the group
- Applicable to certain positions
The Dean Group owns and operates a number of hotel across Ireland, in certain instances we may feel your skills and experience may suit another role we have available. By submitting your application, you are permitting The Dean Group to contact you for other opportunities within the Group.
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