Talent Development Lead

Barry’s is the original strength and cardio interval fitness experience, founded in West Hollywood in 1998. Our one-hour workout alternates between weights and treadmill running, focusing on different muscle groups each day to tone muscle, maximize fat loss, and boost metabolism for up to 48 hours post-class.

About the role

The Talent Development Lead (TDL) serves as a leader, Barry’s culture ambassador, and class programming guide for their regional Talent team. This role is for a responsible and motivated individual passionate about sharing their knowledge to create a WOW experience. The TDL cultivates supportive relationships by being accessible, communicating effectively, and following through on tasks efficiently. Relocation assistance is available for this position if you are currently based outside Marin.

Responsibilities

• Talent Development Support:
  • Help Instructors develop and deliver a signature experience in Red Room classes through effective programming, inclusive music/playlisting, and consistently delivering an engaging workout.
  • Coach Instructors on building community through high levels of in-studio and out-of-studio engagement, including using social media effectively.
  • Partner with Marketing to help Instructors develop a brand-aligned social media presence and personal marketing strategy.
  • Collaborate with Instructors to create WOW programming aligned with Barry’s guidelines.
  • Address programming-related issues limiting an Instructor’s growth or performance.
  • Attend weekly meetings with the Director of Instructor Talent (DOIT) to provide feedback on Instructor performance and address Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) alignment.
  • Conduct one team-building event per quarter in partnership with the DOIT.
  • Implement new programming guidelines as directed by Talent Leadership.
• Experience Evaluations and Quality Assurance:
  • Complete one WOW Experience Evaluation per week, followed by a 30-minute feedback/coaching session.
  • Ensure Instructors with less than 1 year of tenure are evaluated quarterly and those with more than 1 year are evaluated bi-annually.
  • Conduct 2-4 informal 30-minute touch-base meetings per month with Instructors to support their growth.
  • Ensure a WOW class is taught consistently by all Instructors in the region.
  • Participate in schedule optimization as requested.
• Instructor Recruitment and Training:
  • Act as the first point of contact for interested instructor candidates in your region.
  • Develop and manage a pipeline of talent to ensure Barry’s has best-in-market Instructors, including taking classes outside Barry’s when actively recruiting.
  • Source at least one qualified candidate per month when the studio/region is actively recruiting.
  • Partner with the Talent Leadership team to finalize and select candidates, including participating in interviews, auditions, and test-out classes.
  • Lead new Instructor training in your region, delivering curriculum and providing consistent, clear brand feedback.
  • Manage the pre-training and post-training process to support new Instructors.
• Teaching:
  • Own a schedule of at least 15 regularly scheduled Red Room classes per week, adjusted based on studio size and business needs.
• Team Building:
  • Conduct one Instructor team meeting per month to review performance and provide training.
  • Host a Barry’s Bonding activity once per quarter.
  • Take 1-2 classes per week across studios and Instructors to provide timely feedback on programming and WOW experience.
  • Work cross-functionally with Talent leadership and studio management, attending required meetings.
  • Mentor new Instructors by encouraging them to take your class and providing follow-up support.
  • Embody Barry’s MVV and drive company culture across your region.
  • Teach an amazing, signature WOW EXPERIENCE Barry’s class.

Requirements

• Availability for full-time work (40 hours per week) with a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Must hold and maintain Instructor or personal training certification, CPR certification, and experience leading group training or working as a personal trainer.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Outstanding communication and people skills.
• Familiarity with MS Office, Google Suite, and various business software.
• Must be in the top 50% performance amongst peers.
• No MVV issues or disciplinary actions within the last 12 months.
• Relevant experience teaching fitness with a proven track record of success.
• For internal candidates: Minimum of 1 year tenure at Barry’s, having taught at least 576 classes.
• For external candidates: Minimum of 2 years of relevant group fitness teaching experience outside Barry’s with a demonstrated track record of success and proven leadership in the regional fitness community.

Skills

• Ability to work a full-time schedule of at least 40 hours per week, 5 days per week.
• Ability to maintain regular, consistent, and reliable attendance.
• Ability to routinely sit, stand, bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 20 pounds, and type, speak, read, and write for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to use a telephone/computer for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with coworkers, customers, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to lead and manage subordinate employees.
• Ability to think creatively and respond promptly to workplace issues.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to assess the financial impact of decisions.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $30.21 - $37.50 USD per hour (Marin).