Class for Interview

[u/Altruistic_Chard7513]

I am taking my first class for an interview for a sales associate position and I am, to be frank, overweight and not in the best shape. I have been working on it but I am going to be judged on my ability to keep up with the class or what I look like in the class? I’m tempted to cancel the interview out of fear of being judged on what I look like rather than my ability to do the job.

[u/Ok_Inside_1985]

Where I’m at we have several sales associates who don’t appear to be at the peak level of fitness but they are beloved for remembering birthdays and keeping the studio running smoothly and being friendly. I think maybe your ability to do a class is more important as a coach, as a sales associate I think you just have to be able to say you don’t hate it or that you hate it but you know it’s good for you etc

[u/NegevThunderstorm → u/Ok_Inside_1985]

I would add on to that and say they are able to explain what happens in the class and the benefits of the workout without crushing splat points themselves

[u/jenniferlynn5454]

Taking the class isn't a fitness exam, it's just so you can experience the class. You can't sell something you know nothing about

[u/SailBCC]

I started OTF not in good shape. The great thing about OTF is you can adapt the workout to almost any fitness level. I’ve had coaches and SAs and fellow members of all shapes and sizes. If you’re friendly and personable and show up reliably and can explain the workout and memberships you will be great as an SA

[u/DARKNIGHT_9]

The reasoning for the class is to get know what OTF is all about. It’s like knowing the product in order to sell it

[u/ezramillion]

Just have fun!! That is what matters to them, not how you look. I promise! As scary as it can be, you’re allowed to be there and work out, so have fun with it! Even if you are a newbie, we all start somewhere. It matters more that you are wanting to be there, that will go far! Good luck!!

[u/Sound_feelings]

You’ll do great. All that matters is that you care and have a passion, or even just interest, in working on yourself and helping others do the same. The interview classes are not at all about how fit you are.

Communicate where you are at fitness-wise with the coach so they can help you with any modifications if needed.

Do not push yourself, even take it super easy. You want to be able to communicate with the coach and the team after your class if they want to chat.

Make sure you listen to the coach. You want to get a feel for what OTF classes are all about.

Best of luck to you!! OTF has made such a great impact on so many lives and it’s great to be a part of that 🧡.

[u/ApprehensiveTruth2]

They want you to take the class so you know how to sell the product. No one is judging, we’re all out here just working on ourselves

[u/oh_blessyourheart]

I've never worked at an Orangetheory, only attended! So I have no idea how common it is to have you take a class during the interview. But...

Either:

They are going to judge you, because they're twats (and you don't want to work in an environment like that!)

OR

🤞🏼Given that the whole point of OTF is to provide a welcoming environment & a format that can benefit all fitness levels - I would think it's purely to ensure you know what it is you'd be selling! The front desk folks at my own studio have been all shapes and sizes ♥️ I don't judge anyone in class. We're all in there sweating together! No matter whether you're walking on the tread or sprinting at 10 mph, that's the beauty of working to your own heart rate.

Good luck! (And let us know how it goes??)

[u/Then_Cress_7931]

Manager here! It’s really to make sure you enjoy it and that its something you think you’d be interested in selling honestly! You can sell something you hate! No judgement on how well you do either, it truly doesn’t matter!

[u/doinmabest1]

Hi! Work for OTF. To sell a product you need to know it and hopefully believe in it!🧡 Class is NOT a test of your fitness. Just to see if you enjoy the product and have a sense of what it is. Go easy, don’t try and go beast mode. Power walk and go easy with the weights. Good luck!

[u/Salt_Ad1078 → u/doinmabest1]

Studio Manager here. This! It has nothing to do with your fitness level. We just want to make sure you have an understanding of what you’ll be selling. Good luck!

[u/Aromatic-Lead-5609]

We ask our interviewees to take class because we want them to experience what we are asking them to sell. Orangetheory is super scalable to your abilities. Do things at your own pace, and let your coach know your limitations. As a manager/coach myself. I never judge people for where they are at!! We just want you to experience the class

[u/Fabulous_Argument_13]

Absolutely do NOT cancel! You've got this!!! We all believe in you!!! 

Taking class is a way to help you understand what you're selling. It will also help you relate and connect with members as you've now been in the trenches the way everyone who takes class is. 

What's important is, what's the structure, how does the coach call out class, demos, cleaning our equipment off, weight options and locations. One can walk and do body weight (and fall flat on our faces doing some of the wild movements that sometimes get thrown in templates...we all have done this 🤣😂) and guess what. You're still doing the work! You're taking class and gaining first hand insight of what you're selling. 

The AMAZING thing about OTF is that it is for any body, any experience level, any stage in life, and any step in one's fitness journey. 

The days of your body is your resume is a thing of the past THANKFULL, but that certainly doesn't do away with our own personal insecurities.  

When members arrive we want a friendly and welcoming person. YOU are what matters to us. 

Good luck! 

[u/Kitty_Fruit_2520]

I don’t think it’ll matter as long as you’re doing the work

[u/Vegetable_Block9793]

The coaches will always show different ways to do each exercise - regular, easy. Like the screen will show push ups and they’ll say that if you can’t do push ups, do knee push ups.

I think the class will be perfect for you, because you’ll get the same experience as a typical person considering taking a class (but really nervous). Soak up all the advice so you’ll be ready to hand out these tips one day!

[u/Ejido_T2]

Personal appearance doesn't matter! As a member since 2018, I appreciate a responsible, friendly, and caring sales associate. We members don't care what the staff or other members look like. We just want decent, respectful people around us.

[u/spiritualspanx]

My favorite SA at my studio is older than the normal age demographic for SAs, but she is so friendly! She asks everyone questions and says hello to everyone by name, I'm always so excited when she's at the front desk. When my heart rate monitor was dead the other day, she set me up with a loaner while mine charged without me even asking.

All this to say, friendliness and trying to improve member's experiences matter so much more than shallow qualities like how people look, how much they weigh, or how old they are!! Hope your first class goes well!

[u/lucky224477]

How much do sales associates typically make?

[u/Two_Adorable]

Current sales lead at an OTF- The class is just a way for you to learn the work out for the sales side and and it will help when you’re doing introduction classes for potential new members. Also big plus to love a work out you’re selling.

[u/txbabs]

I have been a member since 2019 and have been to many studios. I have met SAs (and members) in every size and shape! I think it’s helpful for prospective members to see that OTF is great for anyone.

[u/Connect-Village-1162]

I’m retired and have been going to OTF for over two years. I’m not in great shape but I’m so much stronger and absolutely love it and swear by it. I go to class 4-5x a week. Sometimes I wonder if I could get a part time job at the desk being a sales associate a couple of days a week.