ONE PLAYGROUND ORIGIN
Starting from humble beginnings as a small bootcamp in Surry Hills, today we are a national brand on a mission to “Inspire Change” in the global fitness industry.
In March 2023, Fitness Playground became One Playground, representing our move beyond fitness and aesthetics to become an all-encompassing playground for health and fitness.
Coaching and Group Training sit at the heart of that mission, our classes are one of the biggest reasons members choose and stay with One Playground.
ONE PLAYGROUND PHILOSOPHY
We believe that Gyms must get better at taking care of their members. Our philosophy is “If we take care of our staff, they will take care of our members”.
This philosophy has been a critical driver of One Playground's growth and our people's development over the past 12 years. It has led us to grow to a team of over 450+ across 8 locations, and we are proud to be consistently recognised as one of Australia's best places to work.
Our accolades include being rated Top 50 Places to Work in Australia, 2019 & 2020 Employer of Choice Award, AFR Best Places to Work, 2021, FITSummit Boutique of the Year 2022 and 2023, and 2024 ABA100® Winner for Training Excellence.
WHAT ARE WE?
At One Playground, we are committed to creating the best gyms, not the most gyms.
We are a new kind of gym, a ‘super-boutique’, giving members complete access to a ‘one-stop-shop’ of fitness and wellness.
Our mission is to defy expectations by offering award-winning designs, fostering connected communities, providing a wide range of classes, and employing exceptional individuals who are passionate about what they do.
Alongside our purpose to “Inspire Change”, One Playground has a strong set of 6 core values.
We are “One Team”, of “Great Humans”, who get “Better Every Day”, working on “Mastering Our Craft”, so we can “Design the Future” and, most importantly, “Do Cool Sh*t!”
If this sounds like a workplace culture that resonates with you, we would love for you to apply to join the team.
THE ROLE
We are expanding rapidly, with 5 new club openings scheduled across the next 12 months, creating a rare chance to grow your career within a thriving, fast-paced organisation.
We're all about giving our members a huge range of amazing experiences, and our Group Training classes are a massive part of that, delivering over 1,500+ classes every week.
As a Group Training Instructor, you'll take full ownership of your own classes, delivering structured, high-energy sessions that keep members coming back and turn first-timers into regulars. You'll work across our program library, from set-format Prescribed classes through to Supported and Freestyle formats, bringing your own personality and coaching style to every session.
If you love being the energy in the room, thrive on connecting with people, and want a genuine career teaching group fitness, keep reading.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Class Delivery.
- Bring every class to life - leading formats with the energy, music and cueing that keep members coming back for more.
- Coach with confidence, tailoring corrections, progressions and regressions so every member feels challenged, supported and seen.
- Own the room. Your voice, your energy and your presence set the tone for an experience members can't get anywhere else.
Class Management & Preparation.
- Set the scene for a great class every time, with the studio, equipment and vibe dialled in before members walk through the door.
- Make every member feel welcome from the moment they arrive, especially the first-timers finding their feet.
- Deliver a seamless experience start to finish, running to time and handing over a space that's ready for whoever's up next.
Coaching & Community.
- Learn members' names and build genuine relationships that turn a single class into a habit.
- Make first-timers feel welcome and supported from the moment they walk in.
- Create a class culture members want to be part of, and celebrate their effort and progress along the way.
- Grow your class by retaining the members you have and bringing in new ones.
Your Growth.
- Cross-train across programs, formats and modalities, building the versatility that sets our top instructors apart.
- Engage in mentoring, development sessions and ongoing education to sharpen your craft.
Culture & Standards.
- Represent the company’s values and standards in everything you do.
- Contribute to a culture of support, accountability and continuous improvement within your team.
ABOUT YOU
- You light up a room, and you feed off the energy of a class as much as they feed off yours.
- You're a natural connector who remembers names, makes people feel seen, and turns strangers into regulars.
- You communicate with warmth and confidence, and you can read a room and adjust on the fly.
- You love the spotlight, and you're motivated by seeing (and hearing) the impact you have on people's day.
- You're constantly searching for opportunities to grow, develop and perform beyond expectations.
- You'd rather be part of a buzzing team and community than work alone.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Certificate III in Fitness, or a Specialty Group Fitness Qualification.
- Experience delivering group fitness classes is highly regarded; confident instructors ready to step up are also encouraged to apply.
- Current First Aid & CPR certification.
- A track record of building rapport with a room full of people and getting them to come back for more.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
- A Defined Career Pathway. Clear, structured progression with growth driven by your performance and leadership.
- Join a Company Going Through Rapid Growth. We are launching 5 new locations in the next 12 months, offering unique opportunities to advance within a rapidly scaling business.
- Work With Great Humans. Join a team that genuinely cares about doing things well, and about each other.
- World-Class Facilities & Education. Teach in some of the best studio environments in the country, with ongoing access to mentoring and development.
- The Benefits. Free gym membership and access to every One Playground location, plus team socials and partner discounts.
- The World’s Best Industry. Work in an industry that makes people happier, healthier and more connected.
For us it doesn’t matter if you have less experience or more; what matters is alignment with our culture, having a passion for what you do, and growing with the business in a meaningful and impactful industry.
If this excites you, apply today with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’re the right fit to lead a One Playground team.
You can also take a tour on our websites here: oneplayground.com.au and one.coach
