Independent Contractor Instructor Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of SDG Fitness Studio. We are a women-focused fitness community built on strength, confidence, encouragement, and sustainable wellness.

At SDG Fitness Studio, we believe fitness should help women become stronger—not smaller, healthier—not punished, and confident—not compared. We value positive coaching, inclusive instruction, and creating a supportive environment where women of all fitness levels feel welcome.

We are looking for instructors who align with our mission, uphold our studio standards, and help create an empowering experience for every client.

Please complete the application below.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

First name

Last name

Phone

Email

Address

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

Preferred Method of Contact

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Are you applying for:

Group Fitness Instructor

Substitute GF Instructor

Other

Current Certifications Held: (Please list all current certifications and expiration dates)

Certification Requirement Acknowledgment

To teach group fitness classes at SDG Fitness Studio, instructors must hold either or both:

A current Group Fitness Instructor Certification from an accredited organization (ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, ISSA, etc.)

A current licensed format certification (HIGH Fitness, Zumba, SHiNE, Barre, Pilates, etc.)

Please list the specific formats you are certified to teach:

Do you currently carry professional liability insurance?

YES

NO

Are you CPR/AED certified?

YES

NO

Expiration Date:

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

How many years have you been teaching/training?

Less than 1 year

1–3 years

3–5 years

5+ years

What class formats or specialties do you teach?

Please briefly describe your coaching style:

SDG VALUES & MISSION ALIGNMENT

At SDG Fitness Studio, we prioritize positive coaching language, clean music, body-respectful fitness messaging, and a supportive environment.

Please answer the following:

1. Why do you want to teach at SDG Fitness Studio?

2. How do you encourage clients without using food guilt, body shame, or appearance-based motivation?

3. Our studio does not support messaging like “earn your food,” “summer body,” or “burn off dessert.” How do you personally approach motivation in fitness coaching?

4. Do you agree to use only clean music versions and maintain an uplifting, inclusive class environment?

YES

NO

Comments

We understand that with many licensed formats, you do not have a choice in the music library. But we ask that to the best of your ability, you will try to choose songs that are clean or limit the use of songs labeled explicit if unavoidable.

5. What does creating a welcoming and judgment-free fitness space mean to you?

AVAILABILITY

Please list any other information relevant to availability.

SOCIAL MEDIA & COMMUNITY

Instagram Handle (if applicable):

Are you comfortable helping promote studio events/classes on social media?

YES

NO

RESUME SUBMISSION

Please upload your resume

Headshot, if available

1 minute MAX video of yourself teaching if available

AGREEMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By signing below, I acknowledge that:

I understand this is an independent contractor opportunity, not employment
I am responsible for maintaining my certifications, insurance, and professional standards
I agree to uphold SDG Fitness Studio’s mission, values, music standards, and coaching expectations
I understand that teaching opportunities are not guaranteed
I understand compensation may vary by class type, program, or agreement
I agree to maintain professionalism and represent the studio positively

Click this box acknowledge you agree to the above

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